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Adelowo gbolagade

kabiru tijjani

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qamar adegoke

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Adam mustapha

ismail ayodele

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wasio falolu

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justice apaingolo

sodiq ibrahim

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qamar adegoke

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Ogbe ogechukwu

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sodiq ibrahim

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taofeek olaniyi

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Match Info

In a crucial Nigeria Premier League fixture, Shooting Stars SC secured a vital 2-1 home victory over Rivers United at the Lekan Salami Stadium on Thursday evening. The win provides a significant boost to Shooting Stars' league ambitions, as they came from behind to claim all three points in a hard-fought contest. Rivers United took an early lead against the run of play, capitalizing on a defensive error to go ahead. The home side responded with relentless pressure and were rewarded with an equalizer just before halftime, setting the stage for a dramatic second half. The winner came from a well-worked set-piece in the 78th minute, a powerful header that sent the home fans into raptures. The match was a physical affair with several bookings, but the referee managed the game effectively without major controversy. The result sees Shooting Stars climb the table, moving into contention for a continental spot, while Rivers United's inconsistent form continues to hinder their title challenge. The home coach praised his team's character, stating, "We showed great heart to come back. This is the spirit we need." The Rivers United manager lamented, "We lost concentration at key moments and paid the price." The starting XI for Shooting Stars featured their usual defensive solidity, while Rivers United lined up in their familiar 4-3-3 formation.

Shooting Stars SC vs Rivers United Live Score, Stats & Results

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The Shooting Stars SC vs Rivers United fixture is part of the NGA Premier League during the 2025-2026 season. Follow live scores, NGA Premier League fixtures, match statistics, NGA Premier League standings and NGA Premier League match results for Shooting Stars SC vs Rivers United on TigerScores365.

Match Date: Mar 12, 2026

Competition: NGA Premier League

Country: Nigeria

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