The coach of Shooting Stars, exudes confidence ahead of their showdown with Lobi Stars on April 14, 2024. Despite the challenge posed by the formidable opponent, Ogunbote remains optimistic about his team’s prospects.
Shooting Stars, currently positioned sixth in the league standings, are set to host Lobi Stars, the championship runners-up, at the Lekan Salami Stadium in what promises to be a riveting encounter.
While acknowledging the strength of Lobi Stars, Ogunbote maintains that his team is well-prepared and capable of securing a positive outcome.
In an interview with club media, Ogunbote emphasized the unpredictable nature of football, asserting, “Football is a game of minds. Football is played on the pitch, not on paper.”
He remains undaunted by the challenge posed by Lobi Stars, considering them as just another opponent to overcome.
Reflecting on their previous encounter, where Shooting Stars secured a convincing 3-0 victory over Lobi Stars in the first leg, Ogunbote draws inspiration from their past success.
Goals from Lucky Emmanuel and Ayo Adejubu propelled the Oluyole Warriors of Ibadan to a memorable win, setting the stage for another gripping clash.
While Lobi Stars boast an impressive record, being undefeated in their last three NPFL matches and occupying the second position in the standings with 51 points from 29 matches, Ogunbote remains unfazed.
He believes in the resilience and determination of his squad to rise to the occasion and deliver a commendable performance.
As the anticipation builds for the highly anticipated showdown between Shooting Stars and Lobi Stars, football enthusiasts eagerly await to witness the outcome of this exciting clash between two formidable contenders in the NPFL arena.
