NPFL: Shooting Stars end winless run with victory over Ranchers Bees

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Shooting Stars ended their five-game winless run in the Nigeria Premier Football League, NPFL, with an emphatic 3-1 victory over Ranchers Bees.

The crucial win eased the pressure on Shooting Stars technical adviser Salisu Yusuf, as the Oluyole Warriors secured their first league victory in five matches.

Shooting Stars took the lead in the 14th minute through Desmond Ojietefian, but Ranchers Bees restored parity seven minutes before half-time, with Isah Ndala Aliyu finding the back of the net.

Damilola Akinola put the hosts back in front late in the first half before Qamar Adegoke sealed the victory with the third goal 19 minutes from time.

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The result lifted Shooting Stars out of the relegation zone, while Ranchers Bees slipped into the drop zone following the defeat.

The remaining Matchday Nine fixtures in the NPFL are scheduled to take place on Saturday and Sunday.

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Source: Sport – Daily Post Nigeria

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