Shooting Stars Sports Club (3SC) travel to Bauchi for the Matchday 10 fixture against Wikki Tourists at the Abubakar Tafawa Balewa Stadium on Sunday, October 26, 2025, with kickoff set for 4:00 PM.
The Oluyole Warriors head into the contest in fine form, riding a wave of confidence after extending their unbeaten run to five matches.
Current Form:
Under the guidance of Head Coach Nurudeen Aweroro, Shooting Stars have developed a strong rhythm marked by tactical balance, belief, and a clear playing identity. The 2–0 victory over Abia Warriors on Matchday 9 further underlined the team’s progress, combining fluid attacking play with compact defending.
Currently sitting second on the NPFL table, the Oluyole Warriors will aim to sustain the upward momentum and extend our unbeaten streak to six games.
For the hosts, Wikki Tourists will be eager to bounce back following a 2–1 defeat to El-Kanemi Warriors on Matchday 9. Coach Abdu Maikaba will be looking to steady his team, who currently occupy 16th position on the table. Known for their physicality, defensive organization, and passionate home support, Wikki will look to harness the Bauchi atmosphere to disrupt 3SC’s rhythm and reignite their campaign.
Team News:
Defenders Desmond Ojietefian and Joshua Akpan have returned to light training but remain a few weeks away from full fitness, while Alex Aghahowa continues his rehabilitation.
‘Black Spider’ Mustapha Lawal is expected to maintain his spot between the posts after a string of assured performances, while in midfield, Tijani Kabir and Tunde Azeez are both in contention to start, providing composure and structure to Aweroro’s setup.
For Wikki Tourists, Coach Maikaba is likely to build his strategy around key performers such as Klinshak Longbak, whose ball-winning and distribution are vital in midfield. Further up the pitch, Jonathan Mariga will serve as the creative engine, linking play and supplying the forward line led by Lius Dadong, who will look to capitalize on any defensive lapses.
Head-to-Head Record:
The last ten league meetings between both sides have been evenly contested:
- Shooting Stars: 4 wins
- Wikki Tourists: 4 wins
- Draws: 2
The most recent encounters between the two sides in 2022 both ended in stalemates; a 0–0 draw in Ibadan and a 1–1 draw in Bauchi thereby reflecting the tight nature of this fixture.
Expectations:
Shooting Stars are expected to stay true to the possession based approach, dictating play through intelligent movement, width, and tempo control. The focus will be on maintaining composure, creating overloads in advanced areas, and converting chances efficiently.
Wikki Tourists, meanwhile, are likely to adopt a compact defensive setup, aiming to contain 3SC’s midfield and counter swiftly through their direct forwards.
For Coach Aweroro, the objective remains clear: stay organized, maintain intensity, and continue the momentum. A disciplined performance in Bauchi could further cement 3SC’s place among the league’s top contenders.
Match Details:
Fixture: Wikki Tourists vs Shooting Stars SC
Venue: Abubakar Tafawa Balewa Stadium, Bauchi
Date: Sunday, October 26, 2025
Kickoff: 4:00 PM