MATCH PREVIEW
Shooting Stars SC vs Barau FC
The Lekan Salami Stadium plays host for one final time this NPFL 2025/2026 season as we bring down the curtain on our home campaign against Barau FC. With continental football still firmly within reach, Sunday’s fixture carries stakes that could define an entire season.
We have already made a strong mark at Adamasingba this term, and this weekend presents another opportunity to sign off in front of our supporters in a manner befitting of a club whose ambitions stretch far beyond the domestic stage.
We claimed a 1–0 victory in the reverse fixture in Kano, and completing the double on Sunday would represent another major statement as the season approaches its conclusion.
Form & Standings
- Shooting Stars: 4th · 57 pts | Gap to 3rd: 1 point | Gap to Leaders: 5 points
- Barau FC: 8th · 49 pts
We head into this fixture on the back of a dramatic 3–2 victory over Nasarawa United, a result that reflected the resilience, attacking quality, and mentality within the squad.
Three goals, late pressure, and maximum points. The momentum remains alive.
With just two rounds of matches remaining, we sit only one point behind the continental qualification places. Victory on home soil would significantly strengthen our position heading into the final weekend.
Barau FC arrive in Ibadan in impressive form themselves. The visitors, competing in their debut NPFL campaign, recorded a commanding 3–0 victory over El-Kanemi Warriors on Matchday 36, underlining the organisation and confidence within their side.
Sitting 8th with 49 points, they travel with freedom and belief.
Team News – Shooting Stars SC
We head into the final home game of the season with a largely fit and motivated squad.
In midfield, Stephen Amos, Tunde Azeez, and Adebayo Abayomi provide strong and experienced options capable of controlling the tempo and giving balance to the side.
Further forward, Lucky Emmanuel, Qamar Adegoke, Sodiq Ibrahim, and Alade Balogun continue to offer pace, movement, and attacking threat.
Injury List:
- Gali Falke (ankle)
- Samuel Okon (rehabilitation)
- Adams Mustapha (injured)
Returning to Fitness:
- Awosanmi Promise
- Ganiyu Wasiu
The Opposition – Barau FC
In their inaugural NPFL season, Barau FC have developed a reputation as a disciplined and competitive side capable of troubling opponents home and away.
Their 3–0 victory over El-Kanemi Warriors last time out was a clear reminder of the quality within their squad, and they will view Sunday’s trip to Adamasingba as another opportunity to make a statement.
Players to Watch:
- Joseph Atule – pace and directness from wide areas
- Henry Ezeonye – lead striker and primary attacking outlet
- Usman Maidubuji – midfield presence who controls build-up and tempo
Match Outlook
Sunday represents one of the biggest moments of the season.
This is a home fixture where the result carries enormous significance, where the supporters can play a decisive role, and where months of hard work could move us closer to continental qualification.
We have the quality, momentum, and occasion to deliver.
Barau FC will arrive with confidence and determination, but this is Adamasingba — and we know exactly what is at stake.
Match Details
Venue: Lekan Salami Stadium, Adamasingba
Date: Sunday, 10th May 2026
Kick-off: 4:00 PM
