Gbolagade Adelowo earned the NPFL Player of the season award as the NPFL season concluded with a thrilling 1-0 victory for Shooting Stars over Sporting Lagos at the Adamasingba Stadium.
Gbolagade Adelowo being named the NPFL 23/24 Player of the Season, was the highlight of the season a testament to his outstanding performance throughout the campaign.
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Adelowo played all 38 matches in what was his debut season in the Premier League. Reflecting on the season, he expressed gratitude for the opportunity and the strength that allowed him to consistently perform at a high level.
Speaking on his motivation and consistent performance throughout the season, Adelowo told Sports 247, “Well, by the grace of God, I want to thank God for the strength and energy given to me.
I want to thank God for the privilege. Because, if you look at our team, the people playing on my wing at centre-back, they are older than me, they have the experience.
No disrespect to them, I give them respect. They are my senior men, they are my big bros. I want to thank them for their support, and their words of encouragement given to me.
Their words of encouragement make me move and keep on going. Do you understand? But, I want to thank God for everything. The team, the coaches, the fans for the belief in me.”
Despite Shooting Stars not securing the desired continental tickets, Adelowo remains positive about the team’s efforts and achievements.
Throughout the season, Adelowo’s motivation and consistency were evident. He credited his strength and energy to divine support and acknowledged the encouragement and support from his older and more experienced teammates.
This camaraderie and mentorship played a significant role in his success, pushing him to excel week after week.
Although missing out on continental tickets was a setback, Adelowo is not disappointed. He recognizes the unpredictable nature of the league and remains optimistic about the future.
His focus is on working harder and achieving better results in the next season, trusting that with continued effort, success will come.
Looking ahead, Adelowo is taking a humble approach, placing his future in God’s hands. His humility and dedication have earned him not only the Player of the Season award but also widespread respect and admiration from fans, teammates, and opponents alike.
As Shooting Stars prepare for the upcoming season, they can rely on the leadership and skill of Gbolagade Adelowo, who has proven himself to be a key player and an inspiration to the team.
