Shooting Stars fined ₦1m after supporters’ misconduct in NPFL match

Shooting Stars have been fined ₦1 million by the Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) after their supporters were involved in crowd trouble during Friday night’s Matchday 13 fixture against Bendel Insurance.

The Ibadan club won the match 2-1 at the Lekan Salami Stadium, Adamasingba, but the game was disrupted by the behaviour of some home fans, who allegedly threw objects on to the pitch.

In a disciplinary notice, the NPFL said Shooting Stars had breached its framework and rules because of the conduct of their supporters.

The club, also known as the Oluyole Warriors, has therefore been ordered to pay a ₦1 million fine.

Shooting Stars have 48 hours from the date they were notified of the decision to appeal against the sanction if they are dissatisfied with the ruling.

The NPFL has continued to apply its disciplinary regulations this season, with several clubs sanctioned for crowd disturbances and other forms of misconduct during league matches.