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Africa-Press – Nigeria. <\/strong><\/span>Rivers United are optimistic of securing a place in the CAF Champions League next season.<\/p>\n

Finidi George\u2019s side occupy second position on the table with 61 points.<\/p>\n

The former champions will need to beat Nasarawa United in their final game of the season to seal second position.<\/p>\n

Rivers United charged their fans to turn out in large numbers and support the team.<\/p>\n

\u201cWe know Sunday\u2019s result wasn\u2019t what we hoped for, but let\u2019s not overlook the significance of what we achieved in Ilorin \u2013 we\u2019ve secured a continental ticket!,\u201d Rivers United wrote on their Facebook page.<\/p>\n

\u201cThis is a huge milestone for our club, and we\u2019re proud of everyone who\u2019s contributed to this success.<\/p>\n

\u201cWhile we may have missed out on the league title, our focus now shifts to sealing a CAF Champions League spot on Match Day 38. Let\u2019s come together as a team and push for a win against Nasarawa United. We\u2019re close, and with our collective effort, we can make it happen!.\u201d<\/p>\n

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