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Augustine Okejepha delivered the all-important goal in the 10th minute, securing a slim advantage for Rivers United ahead of the second leg next weekend in Algeria.
Ghana Premier League side Dreams Football Club recorded a significant win in Bamako in the first leg of their CAF Confederation Cup quarterfinal game against Stade Malien.
By Obaloluwa Joshua, LAGOS Rivers United defeated Algerian side USM Alger 1-0 in the first leg of their CAF Confederation Cup quarter-final clash at the Godswill Akpabio International Stadium, Uyo on Sunday. Augustine Okejepha's 10th minute strike separated both teams on the day. Rivers United could have made the scoreline more emphatic but for their profligacy
Stanley Eguma's side will face the Algerians in the first leg at the Godswill Akpabio International Stadium, Uyo on Sunday.
Dreams Football Club forward Ishmael Dede says there is no room for disappointment when his side faces Stade Malien on Sunday, March 31.