Julius Okorie
The Stade Charles De Gaulles De Porto Novo in neighbouring Republic of Benin will now host the outstanding CAF Confederation Cup tie between Rivers United and South African side Bloemfontein Celtic .
Media officer of the Port Harcourt-based side Mayuku Charles confirmed as much adding the match will be held on January 23rd as against 24th earlier reported.
Celtic were due to play Rivers United in Port Harcourt last week but did not travel after the Nigerian government refused to waive strict coronavirus regulations which required Celtic to be quarantined for seven days upon arrival.
South Africa has been designated as a high risk country by Nigeria and all travellers must quarantine.
Following CAF’s directive, Rivers United were mandated to secure a neighbouring venue for the return leg after the tie originally billed for January 6 was called off .
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