NPFL: Relegation Threatened Bayelsa Utd Aim to Truncate Shooting Stars Continental Quest

• Bayelsa United vs Shooting Stars could determine the Oluyole Warrior's fate as they seek a ticket to CAF competitions
• While Shooting are aiming for a top-three finish in this season's NPFL, Bayelsa United are desperately battling for survival
• During their meeting earlier in the season, the Ibadan-based team defeated their opponents 1-0 inside the Lekan Salami Stadium

Bayelsa United will aim to truncate Shooting Stars' quest for a continental ticket when both teams clash on Sunday, June 16.

Both sides will go all out in the encounter as Bayelsa United will hope to salvage their relegation situation, while 3SC are gunning for a top-three finish.

With just one point above the relegation waters, a victory for the Restoration Boys will be crucial to securing their NPFL status next season.

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On the other hand, the Oluyole Warriors aim for a continental ticket and only a victory will improve their chances of a top-three finish.

Bayelsa United's recent form saw them defeat Plateau United, but they suffered a heavy defeat at the heads of league leaders Enugu Rangers.

Also, they were able to pick a point on the road when they travelled to Aba in the clash against Enyimba.

Meanwhile, Shooting have improved in recent weeks following their win over Rangers in their last game.

The win increased their chances of picking a continental ticket, and they will now rely on in-form striker Christian Pyagbara to lead the charge against Bayelsa United.

In their meeting earlier in the season, the Ibadan-based team defeated their opponents 1-0 inside the Lekan Salami Stadium.

As they travel away to the southern part of the country, 3SC players will need to be at the top of their game.

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Their recent defensive resilience, not conceding more than one goal in their last three games, will be key to their success.

Fans will expect them to dominate possession and create chances for their in-form attackers.

On the other hand, should Bayelsa United contain the likes of Pyagbara and exploit any defensive lapses, the home team will have a chance to secure a vital win.

The match will air on StarTimes this Sunday at 2pm, ThisDay reports.

Four teams gain NPFL promotion

Sports Brief earlier reported that Ikorodu City FC have been promoted to the Nigeria Professional Football League for the first time in the club's history.

After an incredible performance in the 2023/2024 Nigeria National League (NNL) Super 8 Playoffs in Enugu, the Oga Boys grabbed their promotion ticket.

They are joined by impressive sides Beyond Limits (Remo Stars Academy), Nasarawa United, and El-Kanemi Warriors, which also had an outstanding season.