NPFL Predictions

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NPFL Matchday 28 Predictions

The NPFL round 27 saw Rivers United maintain their lead at the top of the table despite not playing 3 games. For Gameweek 28, the current leaders might extend their lead at the top of the table. These are our predictions for gameweek 28:

Bendel vs Ikorodu City

Tip: Under 2.5 Goals

Both teams have been in mixed form in recent games, although in a good way. Bendel has lost and won just 1 of their last 5 games. Ikorodu City has lost and drawn 1 of their last 5 games, too.

We expect not more than 2 goals in this game because there have been fewer than 3 goals scored in 3 of each team’s last 5 games. We expect this game to be tight, and Ikorodu to win or draw.

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Barau vs Plateau United

Tip: Home to Win or Draw
This match features two teams in fine form. Barau has won 2 of their last 5 games, losing just 1, but while at home, they are unbeaten in their last 5 games, winning 4 of those games.

Plateau United have lost just one of their last 5 games, but have won the rest. However, while away, they have won just 1 game. We expect Barau to maintain their fine home form in this game and at least get a draw.

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Remo Stars vs Katsina United

Tip: Away Win or Draw

Remo Stars were last season’s NPFL champions, but currently, they are a shadow of themselves. They have sold their big players and might be relegated this season. They have lost 4 of their last 5 games, we don’t see them beating Katsina Utd at home.

Katsina Utd have won 2 of their last 5 games, and we expect them to win or, at worst, draw this game. Also, they have lost just 1 of their last 5 games, and they have a shot at entering the top 4.

Kwara United vs Wikki Tourist

Tip: Both Teams to Score

Both teams are in poor form at the moment. Kwara United and Wikki Tourist have each won just 1 of their last 5 games in the NPFL. However, they have drawn 2+ games each, and we expect this game to have a similar outcome.

On the value side, both teams to score seems like the best option for this game because both defenses are extremely poor, but they try to score against opponents. Also, both teams have scored in their last 3 meetings.

El Kanemi Vs Abia Warriors

Tip: Home to Win or Draw

El Kanemi has been in good form in recent games. They have won 4 of their last 5 games, losing just 1, and while playing at home, they have won their last 5 games. Abia Warriors are on a neutral form, losing and winning just 1 of their last 5 games.

We expect El Kanemi to win or draw this game as they are in great form and playing in front of their home fans.

Shooting vs Kano Pillars

Tip: Over 1.5 Goals

Shooting Stars have been in mixed form in recent games. They have lost 3 and won 2 of their last 5 games. Kano Pillars, on the other hand, have lost just 1 of their last 5 games, winning 3 of those games.

We expect at least 2 goals in this game because both teams score comfortably. At least 80% of their last 5 games in the league had over 1.5 goals, and this outcome was seen in their last 4 meetings.

Niger Tornadoes vs Warri Wolves

Tip: Over 1.5 Goals

Both teams are in similar form and in bad shape. They have both failed to win their last 4 games and lost all 4 games. However, when Niger Tornadoes are playing at home, they are unbeaten in their last 5 games and against Warri Wolves.

Warri Wolves have lost 4 of the last 5 games they played away. Backing Niger Tornadoes is a good bet for this game. Also, there have been at least 2 goals scored in at least 80% of each teams last recent games and their H2H meetings.

Enyimba vs Kun Khalifa

Tip: Home to Win or Draw

Enyimba have been in mixed shape in their recent games. They have won just 1 of their last 5 games, losing 2. However, while playing at home, they have lost just 1 of their last 5 games and won 3.

Kun Khalifa has failed to win any of their last 5 games played away. They lost 3 of these games. However, in their last 5 games, they have won 3 and lost 2 games. We expect Enyimba to come out victorious in this game in front of their home fans.

Bayelsa vs Rivers Utd

Tip: Away Win or Draw

Both teams have been in bad shape, even though they have managed to stay unbeaten in their last 3 games. Rivers United is better as they have won their last game. Also, they are the league leaders and haven’t played since 3 gameweeks ago.

We expect a well-rested Rivers United to try to extend their lead at the top of the table against a poor Bayelsa team.

Rangers Int’l vs Nasarawa United

Tip: Home to Win or Draw

Both teams are in the third and fourth positions respectively on the table and are on the same points. Rangers are unbeaten in their last 4 games while Nasarawa have won just 1 of their last 5 games.

We expect the home team to win or draw this game. They are unbeaten at home in their last 5 games, winning 4 of those games. Also, they have won their last 4 meetings played at home against Nasarawa United.

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NPFL Standings & Fixtures

14-03-2026

Time	Match
Loading…	Bendel Insurance vs Kun Khalifat FC

15-03-2026

Time	Match
Loading…	El Kanemi Warriors vs Katsina United
Loading…	Niger Tornadoes vs Kano Pillars
Loading…	Kwara United vs Enugu Rangers
Loading…	Shooting Stars vs Wikki Tourist
Loading…	Bayelsa United vs Warri Wolves
Loading…	Remo Stars vs Nasarawa United
Loading…	Enyimba vs Plateau United

16-03-2026

Time	Match
Loading…	Ikorodu City vs Rivers United

19-03-2026

Time	Match
Loading…	Niger Tornadoes vs Rivers United

NPFL Results

Date	Home	Score	Away
March 12, 2026	Shooting Stars	2–1	Rivers United
March 8, 2026	Warri Wolves	2–1	Enyimba
March 8, 2026	Kano Pillars	1–0	Barau FC
March 8, 2026	Rivers United	3–1	Bendel Insurance
March 8, 2026	Enugu Rangers	4–1	Remo Stars
March 8, 2026	Nasarawa United	1–0	Ikorodu City
March 8, 2026	Kun Khalifat FC	1–0	Bayelsa United
March 8, 2026	Abia Warriors	2–0	Shooting Stars
March 8, 2026	Plateau United	3–0	Niger Tornadoes
March 8, 2026	Katsina United	1–2	Kwara United