Caf Confederation Cup campaigners Enugu Rangers suffered a 2-1 defeat against fellow Nigeria Professional Football League (NPFL) side Delta Force in a friendly played at Stephen Keshi Stadium on Thursday.
Under caretaker coach, Benedict Ugwu, the Flying Antelopes have been invincible; recording 10 wins in 10 pre-season friendly matches and they were hoping to extend that record in Asaba.
However, the Coal City boys could not sustain the tempo as they were edged by their neighbours.
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Obinna Bassey gave Delta Force the lead in the 41st minute from the penalty spot but his effort was cancelled out by Ifeanyi George 10 minutes into the second half, also from the penalty spot.