Ogunbote Calls 3SC’s Loss to Kwara United a Temporary Setback

Shooting Stars Sports Club 3SC head coach, Gbenga Ogunbote has downplayed his team’s 2-0 defeat to Kwara United, describing it as a temporary setback. The Oluyole Warriors saw their unbeaten run come to an end in Ilorin, where Kwara United secured victory with a goal in each half during the rescheduled matchday 20 encounter.

Ogunbote, fondly known as “The Oracle,” acknowledged that it was not his team’s best performance but remained positive about their prospects. “This is just a minor setback. We need to pick up the pieces and focus on the positives from this experience,” he stated.

The coach also stressed the importance of handling success properly to avoid complacency. “Sometimes, when you don’t manage success well, you pay the price. But when you experience a defeat and understand why it happened, you have the opportunity to come back stronger,” he explained.

He credited Kwara United for their determination, stating that their hunger for victory played a crucial role in the outcome. Despite the loss, Ogunbote remains confident about 3SC’s title chances, noting that with many matches still to be played and a tight contest at the top of the table, the championship race is far from decided.

Editorial

Setbacks are an inevitable part of football, and Shooting Stars’ loss to Kwara United should serve as a lesson rather than a defining moment. A team’s true strength is not just in its victories but in how it responds to adversity. Coach Gbenga Ogunbote’s reaction is exactly what is needed acknowledging the disappointment but focusing on the bigger picture.

Complacency is a common downfall for teams on a good run. Winning can sometimes lead to a false sense of security, and defeats like this serve as a wake up call. Ogunbote’s remarks about managing success properly highlight an important aspect of football psychology staying grounded and maintaining hunger.

Kwara United’s determination was the difference in this match, proving that in football, desire and effort can often trump form. Shooting Stars must now regroup and use this setback as motivation. With the league still wide open, every point matters, and their response in the next few matches will determine their fate.

Ogunbote’s experience will be crucial in guiding his team through this period. A strong mentality and tactical adjustments will be key to ensuring they bounce back stronger. The loss to Kwara United may have ended an unbeaten run, but it does not have to derail 3SC’s ambitions. The road to glory is rarely smooth, and this could be the moment that strengthens their resolve.

Did You Know?

1. Shooting Stars SC 3SC is one of Nigeria’s most historic football clubs, with a rich legacy in both domestic and continental competitions.
2. The club was the first Nigerian team to win an international title, lifting the African Cup Winners’ Cup in 1976.
3. Gbenga Ogunbote has managed several Nigerian clubs, including Enugu Rangers and Remo Stars, earning a reputation for revitalising teams.
4. Kwara United, despite being an underdog in recent seasons, has a history of producing top talents who have gone on to play for Nigeria’s national teams.
5. The Nigerian Professional Football League NPFL is known for its unpredictability, with tight title races and unexpected results throughout the season.