Shooting Stars Sports Club (3SC) have received a financial incentive to boost their performance in the upcoming CAF Confederation Cup preliminary-round first-leg clash against Tunisian side CS Sfaxien, as reported by Completesports.com. The Oluyole Warriors will host the match on Saturday, September 5, 2026, at the MKO Abiola Stadium in Kuto, Abeokuta, Ogun State, with kickoff scheduled for 4:00 p.m. Comrade Isaac Olawale Ifadare Ayangbile, Vice Chairman of the Oyo State Football Association, has pledged ₦10,000 for every goal scored by the team during the encounter. This gesture is aimed at motivating players to deliver their best and secure a strong result in front of home fans.
Ayangbile emphasized that every goal counts, stating clearly, “One goal in favour of Shooting Stars attracts ₦10,000.” His support comes at a crucial time as the club prepares for its first continental appearance in 27 years. The last time Shooting Stars represented Nigeria in a CAF competition was in 1999, when they participated in the CAF Champions League. Back then, they were placed in Group A alongside Raja Club Athletic of Morocco, Al Ahly SC of Egypt, and Accra Hearts of Oak S.C. of Ghana. Despite their efforts, they finished at the bottom of the group with four points and were eliminated at the group stage.
This return to African football after such a long gap carries significant emotional and historical weight for the club and its supporters. The financial incentive from Ayangbile is expected to inspire the players to push harder, especially given the high stakes of the tie. A strong showing in the first leg could give them an advantage in the return fixture, which will be held in Tunis the following week. With the home crowd behind them, Shooting Stars are looking to make history by advancing beyond the preliminary round.
The Oyo FA vice chairman’s decision reflects growing local support for Nigerian clubs on the continental stage. It also highlights the importance of grassroots encouragement in professional football. As Shooting Stars prepare for this challenge, the entire football community in Oyo State and beyond will be watching closely. Their performance could mark the beginning of a new chapter for one of Nigeria’s oldest football institutions. The hope is that this momentum will carry them further into the tournament and re-establish their presence in African football.
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