Rangers International vs Shooting Stars Prediction: A tight encounter for the Home side

Rangers International vs Shooting Stars: Prediction for the Match on November 09, 2025

The NPFL26 Matchday 12 game between Shooting Stars Sports Club (3SC) and Rangers International will take place on Sunday, November 9. The game starts at 18:00 at the famous Nnamdi Azikiwe Stadium, which is also called The Cathedral, in Enugu. This game has two of the league's oldest teams, so it should be a fun, high-quality match with a lot of energy.

Rangers International: Form and Statistics

In Match Day 10 of the NPFL 2025/2026 season, Rangers International FC of Enugu and Kwara United FC played to a scoreless draw on Sunday. The Nnamdi Azikiwe Stadium in Enugu was where the game took place. The Rangers, who are also known as the Flying Antelopes, got off to a strong start and took control of the game right away. Even though they were in charge, they couldn't take advantage of their chances. Kwara United's goalkeeper played well, and they couldn't finish their chances. Chukwuemeka Agu's free kick hit the crossbar in the 44th minute, which was the best chance of the game. The home fans were upset. In the second half, Rangers kept trying to score, but they couldn't. Kwara United tried to win, but they didn't have the willpower to do it. Rangers are now in 12th place with 12 points from nine games after the draw. After the game, Rangers Coach Fidelis Ilechukwu said he was disappointed that Godwin Obaje, their top scorer, couldn't play because he was hurt.

Shooting Stars: Form and Statistics

The Oluyole Warriors are eager to bounce back after a 1-1 draw at home against Katsina United on Matchday 11. Even though they had the ball most of the time and made chances, they couldn't find a winner. Coach Nurudeen Aweroro and his team will try to turn their attacking play into a win on the road. Wikki Tourists beat Shooting Stars 2-0 in Bauchi, ending their five-game unbeaten streak. In the meantime, Plateau United came back from a tough loss to beat Enyimba in a thrilling Matchday 10 game. Wikki Tourists played one of their best games of the season at the Tafawa Balewa Stadium. Abdullahi Usman scored the first goal in the 31st minute, and Jonathan Mairiga scored the last goal in the 42nd minute with a flip. Wikki hadn't won since September 7, when they beat Katsina United. They got 12 points from 10 games with the win. They have gotten into a good rhythm with strong attacking and defending under coach Nurudeen Aweroro. Their 2-0 victory over the Abia Warriors on Matchday 9 showed how far they had come. Shooting Stars, who are now in second place, want to keep their unbeaten streak going for six games.  

Rangers International News and Lineup

Rangers International FC has wished Frank Uwumiro all the best as he moves to Bergantiños CF in Spain. The club will keep 50% of any future sale. Rangers also condemned the unsportsmanlike behavior during their NPFL match against El-Kanemi Warriors in Maiduguri. Objects were thrown at our players during the game, which is unacceptable. Such actions have no place in football. The safety of players, officials, and fans is our priority, and incidents like this go against the values of fair play and respect in the Nigeria Premier Football League.

🔖 Rangers International Expected Lineup

Lucky Abdullahi, Oputa Chibueze, Evans Ogbonda, Opara Austin, Iwundu Chidozie, Ikechukwu Mgbemene, Ugochukwu Ugwoke, Wisdom Ebirim, Nwobodo Chidiebere, Obaje Godwin, Waheed Adebayo

Substitutes: Abine George, Joel Odoh, Igwe Pius, Itooho Daniel, Precious Ezechukwuma, Monday Daniel, Igwilo Chimobi, Daniel Eni, Nnaji Christian

Coach: Fidelis Ilechukwu (C)

Shooting Stars News and Lineup

Before their trip, Shooting Stars will look at a few fitness issues: Samuel Okon is still not sure after getting hurt against Wikki Tourists. Promise Awosanmi and Ayodele Ismail are also hurt and might have to take fitness tests at the last minute. Joshua Akpan is almost fully healed, but he might not be ready to play yet. Alex Aghahowa is back to full team training. Desmond Ojietefian is healthy again, which is good news. He might be able to play on matchday. Even with these injuries, the team is still strong and dangerous going forward. Ekeocha Chukwudi, who scored his first goal for the team last time, will try to keep that going. Qamar Adegoke and Sodiq Ibrahim are quick and move well in attack. Tunde Azeez and Tijani Kabir are midfielders who will help the team keep its rhythm and make transitions. Shooting Stars recently had the people from Blockchain Sports Arena come to their headquarters. They talked about their platform, which uses technology and digital engagement to bring clubs and fans together. Shooting Stars was the first Nigerian club to host the Blockchain Sports team as they started their project all over Africa.  

🔖 Shooting Stars Expected Lineup

Mustapha Lawal (GK), Muritala Taiye ©, Gali Falke, Aghahowa Alex, Lawal Abdulahi, Ojitefian Desmond, Okachi Anthony, Tijani Kabir, Monday Gideon, Ayanrinde Samuel, Aliyu Abubakar

Substitutes: Anozie Chinedu (GK), Adebayo Abayomi, Benson Abbey, Bolaji Sakin, Binuyo Lookman, Daddy Abdulrahman, Tosin Olawale

Rangers International vs Shooting Stars Head-to-Head statistics

In the last three matches, Both sides have enjoyed equal share. Each side has won and recorded a draw in the last three matches. 

Rangers International vs Shooting Stars: Betting Tips & Odds

• Rangers are in 13th place and also drew their last game, which was a 0-0 tie with El-Kanemi Warriors. Coach Fidelis Ilechukwu has helped Rangers build a strong reputation at home. Their quick transitions and solid organization make them hard to beat at The Cathedral.
• Godwin Obaje, a striker, will lead the attack for the Rangers. Kalu Ogbonda, a fullback, will help with both defense and going forward. Chidiebere Wisdom gives the midfield energy and balance, connecting the defense and the attack. At home, the Rangers will probably play aggressively, but they need to be careful of 3SC's counterattacks.;

Rangers International vs Shooting Stars match prediction, 9th November 2025

Shooting Stars will try to frustrate the Rangers and score on the counter by using a disciplined, tight formation. Quick changes, wide movement, and well-timed set pieces could make a difference. Midfielders will be very important for connecting the two ends of the field. Rangers will probably have most of the ball because they have overlapping fullbacks and strong midfield control that will stretch 3SC's defense. They'll set the pace and keep the pressure on, pressing high to stop Shooting Stars from counterattacking. Shooting Stars have never lost at home, but they are trying to get back to their best away from home. Their last two games, one loss and one draw, showed promise but also showed that they need to finish better. Rangers are in 13th place, but it's hard to beat them at home. Coach Ilechukwu has helped them stay organized. Shooting Stars would feel a lot better about themselves if they won on the road. The Oluyole Warriors want to get back to winning in the NPFL after losing and drawing.

Our match prediction is Shooting Stars to win with odds at 1.65 on the Bet365 bookmaker.

Our betting tip is Under 2.5 total goals with odds at 1.90 on the Betway bookmaker.

Our last match prediction is 0-2 Correct score with odds at 6.50 on 1Xbet bookmaker.