Supporters of Shooting Stars Sports Club (3SC) are demanding changes in the team's technical crew, calling for the dismissal of head coach Salisu Yusuf. This follows the club's disappointing start to the 2026/27 Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) season. A video obtained by BSN Sports shows fans expressing frustration over the team's league position and advocating for the return of former head coach Nurudeen Aweroro.
The call for Yusuf's exit and Aweroro's return comes after seven matches, with 3SC accumulating just seven points and sitting in 17th position on the NPFL table. In contrast, at the same stage of the 2025/26 campaign under Aweroro, the team had 11 points and was fifth. This represents a four-point drop in points and a 12-place decline in league position compared to the previous season.
Aweroro was relieved of his position before the current campaign, despite guiding 3SC to a third-place finish in the 2025/26 NPFL season. His achievements last season have led some fans to call for his return, influenced by the team's strong challenge near the top end of the table under his leadership.
The supporters' reaction highlights concerns about the team's direction under Yusuf. The club's poor start has heightened tensions among fans, who are now questioning the team's strategy and performance. With the 2026/27 season still in its early stages, Yusuf faces increasing pressure to improve the team's fortunes and restore confidence among supporters.
The coming matches will be crucial for both Yusuf and 3SC as they look to climb away from the lower reaches of the NPFL table. The team's performance in the next few games will likely determine the level of support Yusuf receives from the fans and the club's management. A turnaround in results could ease the pressure on Yusuf, while continued poor performance may lead to further calls for his dismissal.
3SC, also known as the Oluyole Warriors, have one outstanding match from the first seven matchdays. The team's struggles have been a significant talking point in Nigerian football, with many fans and pundits analyzing the reasons behind their poor start. The club's management will be keen to address the issues and find a solution to get the team back on track.
As the season progresses, the focus will be on Yusuf's ability to adapt and make changes to improve the team's performance. The fans' demand for Aweroro's return adds to the pressure on Yusuf, who must now work to regain the trust and confidence of the supporters. The situation at 3SC will continue to be closely watched by fans and observers of Nigerian football.
Key points
- 3SC fans are calling for Salisu Yusuf's dismissal and Nurudeen Aweroro's return due to the team's poor start in the 2026/27 NPFL season.
- The team has accumulated just seven points after seven matches, sitting in 17th position on the NPFL table.
- Yusuf faces increasing pressure to turn the team's fortunes around and restore confidence among supporters.
