Shooting Stars coach Gbenga Ogunbote has expressed his frustration and disappointment after his team suffered a heartbreaking 1-0 defeat to Katsina United FC, conceding a goal in the 97th minute of the match.
The match, played at the Muhammadu Dikko Stadium, saw Ahmed Abdul Taofeek score the decisive goal, leaving Shooting Stars empty-handed. Ogunbote believes his team was simply unlucky, especially considering the challenging circumstances they faced leading up to the game.
“It’s unfortunate that we lost the match at the last minute,” Ogunbote told reporters after the game.
“The boys did put out their best, and did very well, considering what we faced. We came here yesterday, and the boys can’t really express themselves; they are fatigued.”
The Shooting Stars team endured a grueling journey from Ibadan to Katsina, spending over 48 hours on the road due to multiple breakdowns of their team bus. The mechanical faults severely impacted the team’s preparation and contributed to their fatigue during the match.
This loss represents a significant setback for the “Oluyole Warriors,” who are aiming for a continental spot. The team has now failed to win any of their last five matches in the Nigeria Professional Football League (NPFL).
Despite the recent slump, Shooting Stars remain in third position with 48 points from 28 matches, eleven points behind league leaders Remo Stars, who have a game in hand. The team will now need to regroup and address their recent form to keep their continental ambitions alive.
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