Shooting Stars Sports Club bounced back in style on NPFL Matchday 22, returning to winning ways with a crucial home victory over Bendel Insurance, following their recent 2–0 defeat to Bayelsa United.
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The Ibadan-based side showed renewed determination and control, but had to wait until the 71st minute for the breakthrough. Substitute Qamar Adegoke rose to the occasion, calmly breaking the deadlock to hand Shooting Stars the maximum points at home and spark celebrations among the faithful.
Adegoke’s decisive strike underlined his growing importance to the team and capped off a strong all-round performance from the hosts, who remained patient and disciplined throughout the encounter before finally finding their reward.
The goal continued an impressive run of form for the forward, who has made a habit of delivering in key moments. Earlier in the season-opening fixture of the year, Adegoke also came off the bench to score in a convincing 3–0 victory over Enyimba, sealing all three points and setting the tone for Shooting Stars’ campaign in 2026.
His impact from the bench has provided a major boost to the team’s attacking depth, offering energy, composure, and a clinical edge when it matters most.
