Shooting Stars (3SC): Stats, Form and Betting Guide
Shooting Stars, or 3SC, are an Ibadan club with two African trophies and a long history in Nigerian football. When betting on them, consider their home crowd in Ibadan, CAF travel this season, and the mood around derby games.
Shooting Stars Sports Club (3SC) in 2026/27: stats
From the league table after matches up to 6 November 2026.
10thof 20
15points
4-3-4won-drawn-lost
1.36points per game
1.5scored per game
1.4conceded per game
What the numbers say for betting
- Shooting Stars Sports Club (3SC) matches average 2.8 goals, more than the league average of 2.3. Higher totals are why Over 2.5 is often priced short in their games.
- After 11 games one result moves these numbers a lot. Use them with team form and team news, not on their own.
Where they sit
| # | Club | P | W | D | L | GF | GA | GD | Pts |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Rangers International | 10 | 6 | 3 | 1 | 16 | 10 | +6 | 21 |
| 2 | Kano Pillars | 12 | 4 | 7 | 1 | 15 | 12 | +3 | 19 |
| 3 | Rivers United | 11 | 4 | 6 | 1 | 15 | 5 | +10 | 18 |
| 4 | Bendel Insurance | 11 | 6 | 0 | 5 | 18 | 16 | +2 | 18 |
| 5 | Nasarawa United | 11 | 5 | 2 | 4 | 11 | 10 | +1 | 17 |
| 6 | Plateau United | 11 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 18 | 14 | +4 | 16 |
| 7 | Barau | 11 | 3 | 7 | 1 | 13 | 10 | +3 | 16 |
| 8 | Niger Tornadoes | 11 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 9 | 8 | +1 | 16 |
| 9 | Katsina United | 11 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 14 | 15 | −1 | 16 |
| 10 | Shooting Stars | 11 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 16 | 15 | +1 | 15 |
| 11 | Sporting Lagos | 10 | 4 | 3 | 3 | 14 | 13 | +1 | 15 |
| 12 | Doma United | 10 | 4 | 3 | 3 | 13 | 13 | 0 | 15 |
| 13 | Ikorodu City | 11 | 3 | 5 | 3 | 15 | 13 | +2 | 14 |
| 14 | Kun Khalifat | 12 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 10 | 17 | −7 | 13 |
| 15 | Kwara United | 11 | 3 | 3 | 5 | 12 | 13 | −1 | 12 |
| 16 | Enyimba | 11 | 3 | 2 | 6 | 12 | 15 | −3 | 11 |
| 17 | Warri Wolves | 11 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 8 | −4 | 10 |
| 18 | Abia Warriors | 11 | 2 | 4 | 5 | 10 | 17 | −7 | 10 |
| 19 | Ranchers Bees | 10 | 2 | 3 | 5 | 11 | 14 | −3 | 9 |
| 20 | Inter Lagos | 11 | 1 | 3 | 7 | 3 | 17 | −14 | 3 |
CAF Champions LeagueCAF Confederation Cup
Sources: NPFL official table · NPFL official fixtures and results · NigFooty: NPFL Matchday 12 fixtures, Friday result and updated table · Sportspoule: NPFL table 2026/27, title race with four clubs on 18 points · Soccernet NG: Rangers top again, but Rivers' suspended penalty looms · Africa Top Sports: NPFL deducts three points from Warri Wolves · Naija News: NPFL fines Inter Lagos, deducts three points · Soccernet NG: Nigeria's four clubs in 2026/27 CAF competitions
Club profile
| Item | Details |
|---|---|
| Full name | Shooting Stars Sports Club (3SC) |
| Nickname | Oluyole Warriors |
| City | Ibadan, Oyo State |
| Home ground | Lekan Salami Stadium |
| Nigerian league titles | Includes 1995 and 1998 |
| Continental honours | African Cup Winners' Cup 1976; CAF Cup 1992 |
Rivals and derbies
Shooting Stars' oldest rivalry is with Rangers International of Enugu. Both clubs were giants of Nigerian football in the 1970s and 1980s.
In the south-west, games against Ikorodu City from Lagos State are called the Southwest derby. These matches bring big local interest.
Shooting Stars betting example: Shooting Stars vs Ikorodu City
Say you stake (the money you bet) ₦500 on the Southwest derby in Ibadan. You pick GG (both teams to score) at 1.90 (example odds).
| Final score | Both scored? | Return |
|---|---|---|
| 2–1 | Yes | ₦950.00 |
| 1–1 | Yes | ₦950.00 |
| 1–0 | No | ₦0.00 |
| 0–0 | No | ₦0.00 |
If the match ends 2–1, both teams scored. You get ₦500 × 1.90 = ₦950. Your profit is ₦450. If it ends 1–0, the bet loses. Check other stakes with the payout calculator.
How to bet on Shooting Stars matches
Start with where the game is played. Ibadan crowds can push 3SC forward at the Lekan Salami Stadium. Read home advantage.
- Continental games. 3SC qualified for the 2026/27 CAF Confederation Cup. Check if they are still in it, as extra travel can tire the squad.
- Derby mood. Southwest derbies and Rangers games can be emotional and physical.
- Form. Read the last five or six results, home and away separately. See team form.
- Full picture. Combine form, team news and venue. See how to analyse a match.
Popular markets for Shooting Stars matches
- GG/NG: whether both teams score.
- 1X2: home win, draw or away win.
- Double chance: cover two results.
- Under 2.5 goals: wins with 0, 1 or 2 goals.
Common mistakes
- Trusting history over form. African trophies from decades ago do not win today's games.
- Ignoring CAF trips. Midweek travel can affect the next league match.
- Betting with your heart in derbies. Stick to facts.
- Skipping team news. Read injuries and odds before you bet.
FAQ
Where does Shooting Stars play home games?
Shooting Stars are based in Ibadan, Oyo State. They play home games at the Lekan Salami Stadium.
Who are Shooting Stars' biggest rivals?
Rangers International are their traditional rivals from the 1970s and 1980s. Games against Ikorodu City are called the Southwest derby.
Have Shooting Stars won African trophies?
Yes. They won the African Cup Winners' Cup in 1976 and the CAF Cup in 1992.
Related guides
- NPFL betting guide
- Nigeria betting hub
- What is GG/NG?
- How home advantage affects betting
- How to analyse a football match
Sources
- Wikipedia: Shooting Stars S.C.
- Sports Village Square: Shooting Stars upon glorious past
- Africasport: Southwest derby, Shooting Stars aim at bragging rights in Ibadan
- ThisDay: Shooting Stars, Rangers rekindle the old rivalry
- Soccernet NG: Nigeria's clubs in 2026/27 CAF competitions
Next matches: our predictions
Sunday 8 November
BarauvsShooting Stars
Our pickBarau, draw no bet1.5166% chance
Friday 13 November
Shooting StarsvsBendel Insurance
Our pickBoth teams to score (GG)1.5565% chance
Sunday 22 November
Rangers InternationalvsShooting Stars
Our pickRangers International to win1.8355% chance
Friday 27 November
Shooting StarsvsRivers United
Our pickOver 1.5 goals1.5266% chance