Shooting Stars Sports Club of Ibadan claimed the first bragging rights in the Southwest derby after defeating newly promoted Inter Lagos 2-1 in their opening match of the NPFL27 season.
The Oluyole Warriors made a strong start to the new campaign in front of their home supporters in Ibadan, taking control of the contest with two first-half goals.
Lucky Emmanuel opened the scoring before Sodiq Ibrahim doubled Shooting Stars’ advantage, giving the hosts a comfortable lead heading into the break.
Inter Lagos, making their mark in the top flight following promotion, battled hard and pulled a goal back to make the encounter competitive.
However, Shooting Stars held firm to secure all three points and begin their NPFL27 campaign on a winning note.
The victory gives Shooting Stars early supremacy in the Southwest rivalry and provides a confidence boost as the club prepares for continental action.
The Ibadan-based side will next turn their attention to the CAF Confederation Cup, where they are scheduled to face Tunisian side CS Sfaxien in Abeokuta next Saturday.
With maximum points already secured in their league opener, Shooting Stars will be hoping to carry their winning momentum into their crucial continental fixture.
