Shooting Stars head coach Salisu Yusuf has expressed satisfaction with his team’s 2-0 victory over Katsina United, describing the result as an important confidence boost ahead of two consecutive away fixtures in the Nigeria Premier Football League.
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Sports247 reports that the Oluyole Warriors produced a disciplined performance in Ibadan to secure maximum points, with the victory providing a timely lift as the club prepares for the challenges ahead.
Yusuf believes the three points will give his players the confidence and belief required to approach their upcoming away fixtures with greater assurance.
“We’re very glad because the points will give the team the confidence to go to the next two games away.”
The experienced tactician described the result as a significant moral booster for his squad, particularly after the team’s efforts to address mistakes during the match.
“The points will give the team much confidence for the next game away. It is a moral booster.”
According to Yusuf, Shooting Stars were quick to respond to the areas where they fell short during the encounter, ensuring Katsina United were unable to capitalize on their mistakes.
“I am glad we stepped up quick to correct our mistakes. That’s why they couldn’t score.”
The victory also reflects Shooting Stars’ broader ambitions for the season. Yusuf revealed that the club’s objective is to secure a continental ticket at the end of the campaign, insisting that he believes the squad possesses the quality required to achieve that target.
“The project is to get the continental ticket. We have the team to do that. We keep learning.”
The coach also maintained an optimistic outlook regarding the team’s chances of achieving its season-long objective.
“We are very optimistic to get the continental ticket at the end of the season.”
With the victory over Katsina United providing valuable momentum, Shooting Stars will now turn their attention to their upcoming away assignments.
Yusuf and his coaching staff will hope the confidence generated by the latest result can translate into positive performances on the road as the Oluyole Warriors continue their push towards their continental ambition.
