Traditional powerhouses Shooting Stars and Heartland FC are poised for a showdown in Ibadan in a highly anticipated Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) Matchday 11 encounter, promising fans a spectacle of football nostalgia.
Heartland FC, also known as the Naze Millionaires, entered the contest with renewed vigour following recent additions to their technical crew, including Ifeanyi Nwachukwu and John Gaadi.
Read Also: Super Eagles Supporters Club Kwara State Chapter Achieves Milestone Hosting NEC Executives
This injection of fresh expertise aims to break the team’s winless streak and instil a winning mentality.
The last meeting between these two teams ended in a 3-1 victory for Heartland FC, marking a significant win in Owerri. Now, in the current season, both sides are determined to set new narratives.
Heartland FC’s Technical Adviser, Kennedy Boboye, expressed satisfaction with the team’s performance against Enyimba but acknowledged the bitter taste of defeat.
How You Can Get a Chance To Become a Millionaire
He emphasized the lessons learned and the players’ commitment to turning the corner in their upcoming clash with Shooting Stars.
Boboye addressed concerns about the team’s present situation, assuring fans that improvements are on the horizon.
He emphasized the importance of fan support and called for patience, stating, “Just a win will turn everything around in our favour.”
As Shooting Stars enjoy a formidable form, currently placed fourth with 17 points, Heartland FC remains undeterred, vowing to silence doubters and secure three points in Ibadan.
The historical head-to-head record between the two teams adds an extra layer of excitement to the fixture, with both sides eager to claim supremacy on Sunday.
Head-to-Head Record:
– 28-5-2022: Heartland 3-1 Shooting Stars
– 2-2-2022: Shooting Stars 4-0 Heartland
– 21-8-2016: Heartland 1-0 Shooting Stars
– 16-4-2016: Shooting Stars 2-1 Heartland
– 10-8-2015: Heartland 1-3 Shooting Stars
– 14-3-2015: Shooting Stars 1-2 Heartland
– 18-9-2013: Heartland 1-1 Shooting Stars
– 15-5-2013: Shooting Stars 0-2 Heartland
Football enthusiasts can expect a thrilling encounter at the Lekan Salami Stadium, Ibadan, as these football giants aim to etch their mark in NPFL history once again.
