The Digest:
Rivers United have secured a lucrative spot in the CAF Champions League group stage after a dramatic 3-1 comeback victory at home. According to a report from Score Nigeria, the Nigerian side overturned a first-leg deficit to defeat Mozambique's Black Bulls 3-2 on aggregate, marking a significant financial and sporting achievement for the NPFL club.
Key Points:
- Rivers United lost the first leg in Mozambique 1-0.
- They won the second leg 3-1 at home to secure qualification.
- Wasiu Falolu and Maclyn Biokpo scored to put United in control.
- Black Bulls equalized on the day, threatening the tie.
- Timothy Zacariah scored a 76th-minute winner to seal the aggregate victory.
- The win ensures progression to the money-spinning group stage.
- It is a major boost for Nigerian football in continental competition.
Sources: Score Nigeria
