Rangers International FC has suffered a significant setback ahead of their crucial President Federation Cup semi-final clash against Kwara United, with three key players ruled out due to injuries.

The trio - Ejike Ugochukwu, Kingsley Maduforo, and Hillary Ekeh - were notably absent from the travelling squad as the team prepares for Wednesday's high-stakes encounter at the Mobolaji Johnson Arena, Onikan, Lagos.

Club officials confirmed that each player is sidelined with varying degrees of injuries, dealing a blow to Rangers' ambitions of securing their seventh President Federation Cup title.

Despite these setbacks, Rangers will be looking to leverage their rich history in the competition, having previously lifted the prestigious trophy six times. The Flying Antelopes, as they are fondly called, will be aiming to compensate for their recent disappointment in the Nigeria Premier Football League.

Meanwhile, Kwara United enters the fixture with high motivation, though Rangers' camp remains confident. Former Rangers player Obaje had earlier expressed the team's determination to make up for their league title miss with Federation Cup success.

The winner of this semi-final will advance to the final of the 2025 President Federation Cup, moving one step closer to claiming one of Nigeria's most coveted football trophies.

Football enthusiasts across Nigeria are eagerly anticipating this clash between two formidable sides in Nigerian football, scheduled to kick off on Wednesday at the iconic Lagos venue.