By Peter.
Shooting Stars SC will aim to bounce back with a home win on Sunday, November 30, 2025, when they host El-Kanemi Warriors at the Lekan Salami Stadium in Ibadan for matchday 15 of the 2025/26 Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL). The Oluyole Warriors, sitting 15th, are desperate to reignite momentum in front of their passionate Adamasingba faithful after recent setbacks.
Shooting Stars’ Form and Motivation
Under coach Nurudeen Aweroro, the 3SC have shown glimpses of improvement, but a narrow loss to Enugu Rangers and a hard-fought draw at Kwara United have left them eager for three points. Home form at Adamasingba remains a bright spot—cohesive defending, organized midfield, and sharper attacks have made it a fortress. Aweroro knows the stakes:
“We need to turn progress into results. The crowd will push us over the line.”
A victory would lift them from the relegation scrap and set up Wednesday’s Southwest derby against Remo Stars.
El-Kanemi Warriors’ Challenge
The Maiduguri visitors, 13th in the table, arrive reeling from a 3-0 thrashing by Nasarawa United. Coach Baba Yau‘s side excels in discipline and counter-attacks, staying compact to frustrate opponents. But inconsistency has plagued them—expect a defensive setup with threats on the break.
Head-to-Head History
Recent clashes are tight:
- 2024: Shooting Stars 3-0 El-Kanemi
- Last season return: 2-2 thriller
In 10 meetings: 4 wins (Shooting Stars), 2 (El-Kanemi), 4 draws. Goals flow—expect end-to-end action.
Team News: Shooting Stars Injury Crisis
Aweroro faces selection dilemmas:
Out: Ganiyu Wasiu, Ghali Falke, Sodiq Ibrahim (knocks); Samuel Okon (Achilles recovery); Mustapha Lawal (suspension).
Doubtful: Joshua Akpan (GK fitness); Adams Mustapha, Ikuowem Utin (illness—late fitness tests)
Boost: Awosanmi Promise back in training, decision pending.
El-Kanemi reports no major issues.
Match Preview: Key Battles and Prediction
- Midfield Duel: Shooting Stars’ Promise vs El-Kanemi’s compact engine—control here wins.
- Wings: 3SC’s home threat vs Warriors’ counters.
Prediction: Shooting Stars 2-1 El-Kanemi. Home crowd tips the scales for a vital win.
Kick-off: 4:00 PM WAT. Live on NTA, StarTimes. Ibadan roars—Oluyole Warriors on the hunt!
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