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NPFL: Shooting Stars held to frustrating draw

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April 7, 2025

Olatunde Ajayi

Fans of Shooting Stars Sports Club (3SC) of Ibadan have voiced disappointment after the club failed to secure all three points against Ikorodu City FC.

Ikorodu City held the Oluyole Warriors to a goalless draw during the Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) Match Day 32 on Sunday at Lekan Salami Sports Complex, Ibadan.

In spite of several chances and a dominant second-half display from 3SC, Ikorodu City FC defended resolutely to earn a hard-fought point from the match.

Head coach Gbenga Ogunbote made tactical changes, bringing on Anthony Okachi for Samuel Ayanrinde and Goodwin Odibo for Joshua Akpan among others.

The substitutions had little impact as 3SC pressed late on, aiming to reward their loyal fans with a last-minute winning goal.

Ikorodu City’s goalkeeper, Oluwadamilare Aina, made crucial saves and was later booked by the referee for time-wasting in the dying moments.

The result keeps 3SC in fourth place on the NPFL table with 48 points from 32 matches played so far.

The Oluyole Warriors now turn attention to their next fixture against Bayelsa United FC on Sunday, April 13, in Yenagoa.

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