Shooting Stars Football Club, also known as 3SC, is a professional football club based in Ibadan, Nigeria.
History
The club was founded in 1970 and has a rich history in Nigerian football. It is owned by the Oyo State government and plays its home games at the Lekan Salami Stadium, Adamasingba.
3SC has a loyal fan base and is one of the most successful football clubs in Nigeria. The team has won several domestic and continental titles over the years and has produced some of the best players in Nigerian football history.
Achievements
Shooting Stars FC has won several domestic and international titles over the years. The most notable of these achievements include:
- Two Nigerian Premier League titles (1976 and 1980)
- Four FA Cup titles (1971, 1977, 1979, and 1995)
- One CAF Cup Winners’ Cup (1976)
- One CAF Cup (1993)
The club has also been a runner-up in the Nigerian Premier League and the FA Cup on several occasions.
Notable Players
Shooting Stars FC has produced some of the most talented footballers in Nigeria’s history. Some of the notable players who have played for the club include:
- Rashidi Yekini: The late Rashidi Yekini is regarded as one of Nigeria’s greatest footballers. He played for Shooting Stars FC in the 1980s and helped the club win the Nigerian Premier League title in 1980.
- Teslim Balogun: Teslim Balogun is considered one of Nigeria’s all-time greats. He played for Shooting Stars FC in the 1970s and helped the club win the Nigerian Premier League title in 1976.
- Ademola Adesina: Ademola Adesina played for Shooting Stars FC in the 1980s and 1990s. He was a key player for the club during this period and helped them win several titles, including the CAF Cup in 1993.
- Felix Owolabi: Felix Owolabi played for Shooting Stars FC in the 1970s and 1980s. He was a key player for the club during this period and helped them win the Nigerian Premier League title in 1980.
- Samson Siasia: Samson Siasia played for Shooting Stars FC in the 1980s and early 1990s. He was a prolific goalscorer for the club and helped them win several titles during his time with the team.