“Victory is Non-Negotiable” – Sporting Lagos Coach Fires Up Squad Ahead of Clash with League Leaders Kun Khalifat FC
]Sporting Lagos head coach, Shola Adegun, has declared that his team is gunning for nothing short of victory as they face table-toppers Kun Khalifat FC this Sunday in a fiery Week 18 showdown at the Mobolaji Johnson Arena, Onikan.
With Kun Khalifat FC leading Group B of the Nigeria National League (NNL) with 34 points, and Sporting Lagos just behind on 27, this encounter is more than just a fixture—it’s a potential turning point in the promotion race.
“Every game now, we have to give maximum effort and maximum quality we are capable of giving,” Adegun told club media.
“It’s important that we get the maximum points in our next match against Kun Khalifat FC.”
💭 Opinion: This Is Sporting Lagos’ Defining Moment
Shola Adegun is absolutely right—this game is non-negotiable. Seven points behind the leaders with only a few weeks left in the season, Sporting Lagos must now prove they are more than just contenders—they must play like champions-in-waiting.
Sunday’s game is not just about the three points. It’s a battle of mentality, tactics, and desire. Can Sporting Lagos rise to the occasion and close the gap? Or will Kun Khalifat FC solidify their dominance in Group B?
One thing is certain: the Mobolaji Johnson Arena will host a high-stakes thriller that could determine who goes up—or who gets left behind.
🔥 Key Stats Before the Clash:
🏆 Kun Khalifat FC: 34 points – Top of Group B
⚽ Sporting Lagos: 27 points – Second place, chasing hard
📍 Venue: Mobolaji Johnson Arena, Onikan
🗓️ Date: Sunday
📣 Lagos football fans, do you believe in Sporting Lagos' bounce-back? Is this the match that shifts the momentum in Group B? Let's hear your predictions!
