Shooting Stars technical adviser Nurudeen Aweroro has spoken of his profound gratitude after guiding the Ibadan club to a third-place finish in the 2025/26 Nigeria Premier Football League season, ending a 27-year absence from continental club football and booking a place in the 2026/27 CAF Confederation Cup.
The Oluyole Warriors secured their continental berth despite losing 1-0 to Niger Tornadoes on the final day of the campaign, with their third-place position holding firm across simultaneous results elsewhere.
It completes back-to-back seasons of progress under Aweroro, who guided 3SC to fourth place in his debut campaign last term before going one better this season.
True to character, the coach was quick to deflect attention away from his own contribution and toward the players and backroom staff who he credited as the true architects of the achievement. Related News Azeez dreams of Premier League chance Atletico open to Lookman sale NFF, Eagles stars support Chukwueze at mum’s burial
“To God be all the praise — He made this possible, I’m deeply humbled to lead this group,” Aweroro said.
