🇳🇬 NPFL
· Regular Season - 24
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Shooting Stars vs Rivers United - NPFL
Shooting Stars
L
W
L
W
L
15:00
Thu, 12 Mar 2026
Rivers United
D
W
L
W
W
Lekan Salami Stadium
Match Preview
A crucial clash in the NPFL sees league leaders Rivers United travel to face Shooting Stars in Round 24. Rivers United are looking to consolidate their position at the top of the table, while Shooting Stars aim to climb into the top four and secure a continental spot. A win for the home side would significantly boost their chances, while a victory for the visitors would further cement their title ambitions.
Shooting Stars' form is patchy, alternating wins and losses recently, though their home form is formidable, boasting 10 wins, 2 draws, and just 1 loss at the Lekan Salami Stadium. However, recent results have been concerning, with two consecutive draws suggesting a dip in performance. Rivers United, despite leading the league, have also seen a dip in form, drawing their last three matches. Their away record is respectable, with 2 wins, 8 draws, and 2 losses, showcasing their resilience on the road. The number of recent draws for Rivers United might be a cause for concern for their supporters.
Historically, Rivers United have dominated this fixture, winning four of the last five encounters, with one draw. While no specific injury news is available, fitness will be key at this stage of the season. Despite Shooting Stars' strong home record, Rivers United's superior form throughout the season and their historical dominance in this fixture suggest they might just have the edge, though recent draws do give cause for concern.
Shooting Stars' form is patchy, alternating wins and losses recently, though their home form is formidable, boasting 10 wins, 2 draws, and just 1 loss at the Lekan Salami Stadium. However, recent results have been concerning, with two consecutive draws suggesting a dip in performance. Rivers United, despite leading the league, have also seen a dip in form, drawing their last three matches. Their away record is respectable, with 2 wins, 8 draws, and 2 losses, showcasing their resilience on the road. The number of recent draws for Rivers United might be a cause for concern for their supporters.
Historically, Rivers United have dominated this fixture, winning four of the last five encounters, with one draw. While no specific injury news is available, fitness will be key at this stage of the season. Despite Shooting Stars' strong home record, Rivers United's superior form throughout the season and their historical dominance in this fixture suggest they might just have the edge, though recent draws do give cause for concern.
Our Predictions
1X2
1
52%
1.91
high
BTTS
BTTS No
55%
1.96
medium
CS
1-0
13%
8.31
medium
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HT/FT
1/1
30%
3.60
medium
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O/U
Under 2.5
69%
1.44
high
Match Info
Stadium
Lekan Salami Stadium
Referee
-
Round
Regular Season - 24
Shooting Stars
Rivers United
41.98%
Win Probability
58.02%
Match Analysis
Double chance : draw or Rivers United
Predicted winner: Rivers United — Win or draw
Shooting Stars
10.00%
Draw
45.00%
Rivers United
45.00%
Expected goals:
-2.5 - -2.5
Head to Head
Shooting Stars
Rivers United
1
3
1 wins
1 draws
3 wins
2025-09-14
Rivers United
1 - 0
Shooting Stars
HT: 0-0
2025-03-03
Shooting Stars
0 - 0
Rivers United
HT: 0-0
2024-10-17
Rivers United
2 - 0
Shooting Stars
HT: 0-0
2024-06-09
Rivers United
1 - 0
Shooting Stars
HT: 0-0
2024-02-10
Shooting Stars
1 - 0
Rivers United
HT: 1-0
Odds
Bet365
Home
1.91
Draw
3.00
Away
3.90
Home
2.62
Draw
1.91
Away
4.75
Over 2.5
2.70
Under 2.5
1.44
Home -0.5
1.98
Away -0.5
1.82
Home -0.25
2.10
Away -0.25
1.70
Home/Draw
1.18
Home/Away
1.30
Draw/Away
1.73
Home/Draw
1.17
Home/Away
1.80
Draw/Away
1.44
1:0
3.50
2:0
7.00
2:1
6.00
3:0
13.00
3:1
19.00
3:2
41.00
4:0
26.00
4:1
41.00
0:0
5.50
1:1
6.00
2:2
21.00
0:1
7.50
0:2
15.00
0:3
34.00
1:2
15.00
1:3
34.00
2:3
51.00
3:3
67.00
0:4
67.00
1:4
67.00
4:2
67.00
5:0
51.00
5:1
67.00
1:0
3.75
2:0
11.00
2:1
29.00
3:0
41.00
3:1
67.00
0:0
2.25
1:1
10.00
2:2
81.00
0:1
6.00
0:2
26.00
0:3
81.00
1:2
41.00
Home/Draw
17.00
Home/Away
41.00
Draw/Away
8.00
Draw/Draw
4.33
Home/Home
3.10
Draw/Home
4.75
Away/Home
29.00
Away/Draw
19.00
Away/Away
6.50
Home
1.40
Away
2.75
Odd
2.02
Even
1.82
Odd
2.30
Even
1.62
Odd
2.10
Even
1.67
Over 2
2.02
Under 2
1.78
Over 0.75
1.88
Under 0.75
1.92
NPFL Standings
| # | Team | MP | W | D | L | G | GD | PTS | Form |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1. |
Rivers United
|
27 | 14 | 10 | 3 | 27:15 | +12 | 52 |
W
W
L
W
D
|
| 2. |
Enugu Rangers
|
29 | 14 | 8 | 7 | 36:21 | +15 | 50 |
W
W
D
W
D
|
| 3. |
Nasarawa United
|
29 | 13 | 8 | 8 | 26:22 | +4 | 47 |
W
L
W
L
D
|
| 4. |
Abia Warriors
|
29 | 13 | 7 | 9 | 24:20 | +4 | 46 |
W
L
W
D
D
|
| 5. |
Ikorodu City
|
29 | 12 | 9 | 8 | 26:21 | +5 | 45 |
L
L
D
W
W
|
| 6. |
Bendel Insurance
|
29 | 10 | 11 | 8 | 35:27 | +8 | 41 |
L
W
L
D
W
|
| 7. |
Shooting Stars
|
28 | 12 | 5 | 11 | 27:30 | -3 | 41 |
L
W
L
W
L
|
| 8. |
El Kanemi Warriors
|
29 | 12 | 5 | 12 | 26:32 | -6 | 41 |
L
L
W
L
W
|
| 9. |
Warri Wolves
|
29 | 10 | 9 | 10 | 27:27 | 0 | 39 |
W
D
D
L
D
|
| 10. |
Plateau United
|
29 | 12 | 3 | 14 | 30:31 | -1 | 39 |
W
L
W
L
W
|
| 11. |
Katsina United
|
29 | 10 | 8 | 11 | 26:28 | -2 | 38 |
L
L
D
W
D
|
| 12. |
Barau FC
|
29 | 9 | 10 | 10 | 23:26 | -3 | 37 |
L
W
L
D
W
|
| 13. |
Niger Tornadoes
|
28 | 10 | 5 | 13 | 30:28 | +2 | 35 |
L
D
L
L
D
|
| 14. |
Wikki Tourist
|
29 | 8 | 11 | 10 | 26:30 | -4 | 35 |
W
L
W
L
D
|
| 15. |
Kano Pillars
|
29 | 11 | 5 | 13 | 23:28 | -5 | 35 |
W
L
W
D
W
|
| 16. |
Bayelsa United
|
29 | 8 | 10 | 11 | 24:30 | -6 | 34 |
L
W
D
D
D
|
| 17. |
Enyimba
|
29 | 8 | 9 | 12 | 29:32 | -3 | 33 |
L
D
D
L
L
|
| 18. |
Kwara United
|
29 | 9 | 8 | 12 | 21:26 | -5 | 32 |
W
W
L
D
D
|
| 19. |
Kun Khalifat FC
|
29 | 8 | 8 | 13 | 25:32 | -7 | 32 |
W
D
W
L
W
|
| 20. |
Remo Stars
|
29 | 9 | 3 | 17 | 27:38 | -11 | 30 |
L
W
L
D
L
|
Champions League
Relegation
Season Form
Shooting Stars
2
Wins
0
Draws
3
Losses
GF: 27
GA: 30
GD: -3
Rivers United
3
Wins
1
Draws
1
Losses
GF: 27
GA: 15
GD: +12
Last 5 Matches
Shooting Stars
08 Mar
A
Abia Warriors
0-2
L
01 Mar
H
Kano Pillars
2-1
W
Rivers United
08 Mar
H
Bendel Insurance
3-1
W
04 Mar
H
El Kanemi Warriors
3-0
W
01 Mar
A
Bayelsa United
0-1
L