Shooting Stars Eliminated from CAF Confederation Cup

Shooting Stars were eliminated from the CAF Confederation Cup following a 2-0 defeat to Tunisian side CS Sfaxien in the second leg of their qualifying tie on Sunday. This result allowed Sfaxien to overturn a deficit from the first leg, advancing 2-1 on aggregate.

The Ibadan-based club had entered the match with a slight advantage after winning the first leg 1-0 in Nigeria, needing only a draw or a victory to secure progression. However, they failed to maintain their lead as Sfaxien capitalized on their home advantage.

The defeat is a significant disappointment for coach Salisu Yusuf and his players, who had hoped to advance further in the competition. Despite their efforts, Shooting Stars could not find the necessary goal to keep their continental campaign alive.

The loss emphasizes the importance of maintaining concentration throughout the two-legged tie, as Sfaxien effectively managed the match once they established their lead.