Shooting stars football club of Ibadan has failed to secure a spot in the Nigerian Professional Football League (NPFL) following a 3 – 0 defeat by Akwa Starlets on Monday, in the play-off match at the Stephen Keshi Stadium, Asaba, InsideOyo.com reports.
Two goals from Femi Ajayi in the first half and a goal Obo Archibong in the second half gave the Akwa-Ibom based football club the ticket to play in the NPFL next season.
Earlier, the Oyo state governor, Seyi Makinde has charged the Oluyole Warriors to go for victory in the encounter.
Makinde who communicated his goodwill to the team and the coaching crew through a telephone call to the General Manager, Rasheed Balogun assured 3sc of his unflicting support.
Insideoyo.com recalls that 3sc relegated in 2017 after Wikki Tourists defeated Gombe United 2-0 in the abandoned week 38 fixture.
The Oluyole Warriors relegated with Remo Stars, Gombe United and ABS FC.
Shooting stars will continue to pitch its tents at the Nigerian National League (NNL) next season.
