Al-Ameen signs two-year deal with Zimbabwe's Scotland FC from Shooting Stars

Defender Tijani Al-Ameen has left NPFL side Shooting Stars to join Zimbabwean club Scotland FC on a two-year contract for an undisclosed fee, DAILY POST reports. Al-Ameen played a key role in helping Shooting Stars qualify for the CAF Confederation Cup, featuring prominently in their defensive line during the qualifying rounds. His departure leaves the Ibadan-based club needing to find a strong replacement ahead of the 2026-27 Nigeria Premier Football League season. Scotland FC, based in Zimbabwe, confirmed the signing but did not disclose the transfer fee. Shooting Stars will now have to scout for a defender capable of filling the defensive void left by Al-Ameen's contributions both domestically and in continental competition. The move highlights the continued trend of Nigerian players seeking opportunities abroad, even as NPFL clubs strive to retain talent. For Shooting Stars supporters, the loss raises questions about the team's defensive stability for the upcoming campaign, while Al-Ameen gets a chance to showcase his abilities in a new foreign league.

SOURCE: https://dailypost.ng/2026/07/29/npfl-al-ameen-leaves-shooting-stars-for-zimbabwes-scotland-fc/