Aweroro praises the return of shooting stars to the continent

Shooting Stars technical advisor Nurudeen Aweroro has expressed his delight at the club’s return to continental football after an absence of 27 years. completesports.com information.

The Oluyole Warriors have secured a spot in next season’s CAF Confederation Cup after an impressive campaign in the Nigeria Premier Football League, NPFL, marking their long-awaited return to the continental stage.

Shooting Stars finished third on the NPFL table despite losing 1-0 to Niger Tornadoes on the final day of the season.

Aweroro grateful for the successful season

Aweroro praised his players for their determination, resilience and fighting spirit throughout the campaign.

“To God be all praise. He made this possible. I feel deeply honored to lead this group,” Aweroro said in his message to club management, players and fans.

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“My sincere thanks to Honorable Taiwo Lekan-Salami for his trust and support.

“If I’m honest, my role was small. The heart, sweat and sacrifice came from the players who gave their all and the staff who worked day and night out of sight.

“Media and fans, I beg you: celebrate these guys and the backroom team more. They deserve every applause, every headline.”

Rising profile at NPFL

Aweroro was appointed head coach of the Ibadan club last summer, following his brief spell at Ikorodu City.

The young tactician guided the Oga Boys to a respectable fourth position in the NPFL last season.

He is widely regarded as one of the brightest young coaches in the Nigerian top flight.

By Adeboye Amosu