Adegoke Heroics Lift Shooting Stars to Narrow Win over Bendel Insurance
Shooting Stars Sports Club returned to winning ways in the Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) after edging Bendel Insurance 1-0 at the Adamasingba Stadium in Ibadan this afternoon.
The lone goal of the game came in the 71st minute, when substitute Qamar Adegoke rose to the occasion, converting a decisive opportunity and sending the home fans into raptures. His strike proved to be the difference as the Oluyole Warriors battled hard to overcome a disciplined Bendel Insurance side.
Tense, Tactical Encounter
Both teams approached the clash cautiously in a tightly contested midfield battle. Bendel Insurance’s unbeaten run — which had stretched to nine games prior to kickoff — was on the line, adding urgency to their efforts.
Shooting Stars, who had suffered a setback in their previous fixture with a 2-0 loss to Bayelsa United, showed renewed determination and patience throughout the match. The breakthrough came after sustained pressure and tactical adjustments from the home side.
Adegoke – Match-Winner
Qamar Adegoke’s goal not only secured the three points for Shooting Stars but also highlighted his growing influence within the squad this season. The forward’s composed finish in the second half was enough to tip the balance and silence the visitors’ hopes of extending their unbeaten streak.
Impact on the League Table
- Shooting Stars SC: Move ahead and claim vital points to strengthen their bid for a higher league finish.
- Bendel Insurance FC: Their impressive unbeaten run came to an end despite a spirited performance on the road.
Both sides now turn their attention to their upcoming NPFL fixtures, where consistency will be key in what is shaping up to be a fiercely competitive second half of the season.