Shooting Stars head coach Nurudeen Aweroro identified excessive missed opportunities and defensive instability as the primary causes for his side’s 2-0 loss against Kun Khalifat FC. The Ibadan-based club struggled to contain the opposition as James Ekebuike and Blessed Iyamu both found the net to secure the victory for the hosts. This disappointing result extends a difficult period for the Oluyole Warriors, who have now suffered four consecutive defeats on the road in the Nigeria Premier Football League.
The slump in form persists as the club continues its search for a victory since their narrow 1-0 win over Bendel Insurance on January 25. Despite the recent string of poor results, Aweroro maintains a positive outlook regarding the team’s ability to reverse their fortunes in the upcoming fixtures. He emphasized the need for immediate tactical adjustments and personal accountability among the players to stop the current slide down the standings.
“We gave away too many chances, and Kun Khalifat capitalised on them. We need to work on our defending, and take responsibility for our mistakes. We’ll regroup and come back stronger,” Aweroro said after the game.
The Oluyole Warriors currently sit in seventh place on the NPFL log, having accumulated 35 points from 24 league appearances. The coaching staff now faces the challenge of addressing these recurring away-day struggles before their next matchday to keep their continental ambitions alive. Fans expect a rigorous response in training as the team attempts to bridge the gap between themselves and the league leaders.
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