Shooting Stars Fans Favourite, Abdullahi Lawal Gets Rabiu Ali's Blessings

Shooting Stars Fans Favourite, Abdullahi Lawal Gets Rabiu Ali's Blessings

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Nigeria football legend, Rabiu Ali has heaped praises on Shooting Stars of Ibadan fan's favorite, Abdullahi Lawal for his tremendous performance in the league, reports BSNSports.com.ng.

The youngster had a solid game for the Oluyole Warriors in a Matchday 9 NPFL fixture against Kano Pillars last weekend. 

The midfield maestro dominated the midfield against the legendary Ali who, at the end of the game hugged and took a picture with him.

BSNSports.com.ng obtained a tweet on Shooting Stars' official X account; "NPFL legend, Rabiu Ali noticed the prospects in upcoming 3SC defensive midfielder, Abdullahi Lawal.

"After the Matchday 9 game in Ibadan, the Kano Pillars' legend hugged the player and told him: 'You are a good player, just keep it up, you will be great."

The creative midfielder with big movement, who won the MOTM award, got a standing ovation when he was substituted as the Ibadan-based side amassed the maximum points.