Sunshine Stars head coach, Bobola Akinfolarin, has expressed disappointment over his team’s inability to capitalize on key chances in their goalless draw against Enyimba FC. The rescheduled Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) Matchday 13 fixture took place at the Aba Township Stadium, where the visiting Sunshine Stars displayed dominance but failed to find the back of the net.
The match saw Sunshine Stars come out with a determined approach, controlling proceedings from the opening whistle. Their hosts, Enyimba FC, appeared fatigued after playing their third competitive game in a week, allowing the visitors to take the initiative. Despite their superior performance, Sunshine Stars were unable to convert multiple scoring opportunities in the first half.
Coach Akinfolarin, in his post-match remarks, acknowledged his team’s wastefulness in front of goal. "I thank God for the result, but our plan was to come here and pick the maximum points against Enyimba International. We would have been 3-0 ahead in the first half but were wasteful in front of goal," he stated. The coach promised to address these lapses ahead of their next league outing.
The result leaves Sunshine Stars in 17th place on the league table with 18 points, highlighting the urgency for the team to improve their finishing and climb out of the relegation zone. Despite the draw, their performance against one of the league's top teams showcased their potential and fighting spirit.
Sunshine Stars will now shift their focus to their next game, an away clash against Niger Tornadoes in Minna. With their survival in the NPFL at stake, Coach Akinfolarin and his players will look to turn their dominance into crucial victories as the season progresses.
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