Israel Oluyemi
Shooting Stars Sports Club (3SC) of Ibadan has beaten league leaders Rivers United 2-1 in a Nigeria Premier League clash at Lekan Salami Stadium.
The home side dominated with determination and tactical precision throughout the match.
Sodiq Ibrahim gave 3SC the lead in the 33rd minute.
Rivers United equalized in the 69th minute through Wasiu Falolu, setting up a tense finish.
Coach Nurudeen Aweroro brought in Qamar Adegoke and Justice Apaingolo in the 60th minute “to boost the attacking force of the team,” a move that changed the game.
Qamar Adegoke scored a stoppage-time goal one minute into added time to secure the victory for 3SC.
The win moves 3SC up to 6th place on the NPFL table after 29 matches, with 13 wins, 5 draws, and 11 losses.
Rivers United remain top of the league despite the loss, holding a game in hand.
3SC’s home form of 11 wins, 2 draws, and 1 loss contrasts with their away record of 2 wins, 3 draws, and 10 losses.
The victory shows 3SC’s resilience and ability to challenge the league leaders.