Plateau United forward Gideon Monday has expressed his delight after scoring against his former club Shooting Stars in Sunday’s Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) encounter, Nigeriasoccernet.com reports.

The Jos-based side recovered from a half-time deficit to record an impressive 3-1 comeback victory over Shooting Stars, with Monday putting the result beyond doubt late in the game.

Monday, who spent two seasons with the Ibadan club between 2023 and 2025, scored Plateau United’s third goal in the 87th minute.

The forward rose to meet a cross with a well-timed header to complete the comeback and register his first league goal of the season for Gbenga Ogunbote’s side.

Speaking after the match, Monday admitted that the victory was particularly satisfying because of his connection with Shooting Stars.

“First of all, I’m really happy for the victory, and I’m happy to have scored my first goal for the team in the league.

“I feel very happy scoring against my former club, Shooting Stars. When the ball came, I knew I would meet the ball, and I got the goal.”

The victory further strengthened Plateau United’s positive start to the campaign as they continue their push for a strong finish in the NPFL.

Barau FC host Abia Warriors on 23 September at 15:00 GMT, with both teams looking to make an early statement in the league campaign.

The fixture gives Barau FC the advantage of home support, while Abia Warriors will aim to produce a disciplined away performance and leave with a positive result. With the season still in its opening phase, the match represents an important opportunity for both sides to establish confidence and build momentum.

The key statistics of the players of both teams this season:

Assists: (Barau FC) — 0 assists, (Abia Warriors) — 0 assists.Goalkeepers saves: (Barau FC) — 0, (Abia Warriors) — 0Tackles: (Barau FC) — 0, (Abia Warriors) — 0.Most encounters won: (Barau FC) — 0, (Abia Warriors) — 0.

Top 5 scorers this season:

(0)

(0)

Team statistics:

Barau FC’s recent form sequence is recorded as WDWD, showing a side that has avoided defeat in its latest run of matches. Abia Warriors’ recent sequence is DLDW, a less consistent record that nevertheless ends with a win and gives the visitors encouragement before the trip.

The five previous matches played by the teams:

Barau FC — WDWDAbia Warriors — DLDW

The home side will expect to control the tempo from the opening whistle. Playing at their own ground should allow Barau FC to attack with greater confidence, particularly if they can move the ball quickly through midfield and put pressure on the Abia Warriors defence.

According to home statistics this season, Barau FC scores more goals and concedes more in the following intervals:

IntervalsGoal Scored, %Goals conceded, %0-1533.33%100.00%16-30 66.67%31-45 46-6061-7576-9091-105

Abia Warriors has the following time frames of scoring and conceding goals:

Intervals

Goal Scored, %

Goals conceded, %

0-15

100.00%

16-30

31-45

46-60

61-75

76-90

91-105

Head-to-head stats:

Teams

Games

Win

Draws

Losses

H

A

H

A

H

A

Barau FC

0

0

0

0

0

0

0

Abia Warriors

0

0

0

0

0

0

Probabilities before the match:

Barau FC

Abia Warriors

62.2%

Winning the game62.2%

60%Attack potential

60%75%

Potential in defense75%

50%Strength against each other

50%50%

Goal Potential50%

Summary: the probability of Abia Warriors winning – 10%, draw – 45%, loss – 45%. Thus Barau FC, most likely, win (win or draw)

Goal Forecast:Barau FC, is likely to score -3.5 goals, Abia Warriors is likely to score no more than -2.5.

The bookmaker odds for this match:

Home win

Draw

Away win

0

0

0

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The match between the teams Barau FC and Abia Warriors will take place on September 23 at 15:00 (GMT) at the stadium .

Inter Lagos vs Kano Pillars, September 23 at 15:00 GMT.

Inter Lagos will face Kano Pillars in a league meeting that gives both sides an opportunity to establish momentum early in the season.

The key statistics of the players of both teams this season:

Assists: (Inter Lagos) — 0 assists, (Kano Pillars) — 0 assists.Goalkeepers saves: (Inter Lagos) — 0, (Kano Pillars) — 0Tackles: (Inter Lagos) — 0, (Kano Pillars) — 0.Most encounters won: (Inter Lagos) — 0, (Kano Pillars) — 0.

Top 5 scorers this season:

(0)

(0)

Team statistics:

Neither team has scored in the campaign so far, with Inter Lagos on 0 goals and Kano Pillars also on 0. That statistic places greater importance on the opening goal, as the first side to find the net could gain a significant advantage in a match where attacking confidence is still developing.

The five previous matches played by the teams:

Inter Lagos — LLLWKano Pillars — DWW

Inter Lagos come into the fixture after a difficult sequence of results. Their recorded recent form is LLLW, although the latest win offers the home side a positive result to build on before the visit of Kano Pillars. The priority for Inter Lagos will be to carry that improvement into this match and turn home advantage into another strong performance.

According to home statistics this season, Inter Lagos scores more goals and concedes more in the following intervals:

IntervalsGoal Scored, %Goals conceded, %0-15100.00%33.33%16-30 16.67%31-4516.67% 46-6016.67%61-7516.67%76-9091-105

Kano Pillars has the following time frames of scoring and conceding goals:

Intervals

Goal Scored, %

Goals conceded, %

0-15

25.00%

100.00%

16-30

25.00%

31-45

25.00%

46-60

25.00%

61-75

76-90

91-105

Head-to-head stats:

Teams

Games

Win

Draws

Losses

H

A

H

A

H

A

Inter Lagos

0

0

0

0

0

0

0

Kano Pillars

0

0

0

0

0

0

Probabilities before the match:

Inter Lagos

Kano Pillars

31.0%

Winning the game31.0%

18%Attack potential

18%45%

Potential in defense45%

0%Strength against each other

0%0%

Goal Potential0%

Summary: the probability of Kano Pillars winning – 45%, draw – 45%, loss – 10%. Thus Inter Lagos, most likely, loss (loss or draw)

Goal Forecast:Inter Lagos, is likely to score -1.5 goals, Kano Pillars is likely to score no more than -4.5.

The bookmaker odds for this match:

Home win

Draw

Away win

0

0

0

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The match between the teams Inter Lagos and Kano Pillars will take place on September 23 at 15:00 (GMT) at the stadium .

Doma United face Plateau United on 23 September at 15:00 GMT, with both sides aiming to make an early statement in the league season.

Doma United enter the match with a home record of three wins and one defeat. Plateau United, meanwhile, have won two of their away matches, drawn one and lost one. That gives the visitors a competitive record on the road, but Doma United’s results in front of their own supporters suggest they will start as the stronger side.

The key statistics of the players of both teams this season:

Assists: (Doma United) — 0 assists, (Plateau United) — 0 assists.Goalkeepers saves: (Doma United) — 0, (Plateau United) — 0Tackles: (Doma United) — 0, (Plateau United) — 0.Most encounters won: (Doma United) — 0, (Plateau United) — 0.

Top 5 scorers this season:

(0)

(0)

Team statistics:

The fixture is likely to be decided by how well Plateau United cope with Doma United’s home pressure. The hosts have already shown they can turn home advantage into points, while Plateau United have demonstrated that they are capable of avoiding defeat away from home.

The five previous matches played by the teams:

Doma United — WWWLPlateau United — LWDW

Doma United’s recent form is listed as WWWL. Despite the defeat in their most recent sequence, three wins in four matches underline a positive run of results. Those victories should give the home side confidence as they prepare to face a Plateau United team that has also produced mixed results.

According to home statistics this season, Doma United scores more goals and concedes more in the following intervals:

IntervalsGoal Scored, %Goals conceded, %0-1516.67%25.00%16-30 16.67%25.00%31-4516.67%25.00% 46-6033.33%25.00%61-7516.67%76-9091-105

Plateau United has the following time frames of scoring and conceding goals:

Intervals

Goal Scored, %

Goals conceded, %

0-15

20.00%

50.00%

16-30

20.00%

25.00%

31-45

20.00%

25.00%

46-60

20.00%

61-75

20.00%

76-90

91-105

Head-to-head stats:

Teams

Games

Win

Draws

Losses

H

A

H

A

H

A

Doma United

0

0

0

0

0

0

0

Plateau United

0

0

0

0

0

0

Probabilities before the match:

Doma United

Plateau United

46.2%

Winning the game46.2%

55%Attack potential

55%50%

Potential in defense50%

50%Strength against each other

50%20%

Goal Potential20%

Summary: the probability of Plateau United winning – 30%, draw – 35%, loss – 35%. Thus Doma United, most likely, win (win or draw)

Goal Forecast:Doma United, is likely to score -2.5 goals, Plateau United is likely to score no more than -2.5.

The bookmaker odds for this match:

Home win

Draw

Away win

0

0

0

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The match between the teams Doma United and Plateau United will take place on September 23 at 15:00 (GMT) at the stadium Pantami Stadium.

Rivers United face Kun Khalifat FC on 23 September at 15:00 GMT, with both sides looking to make an early statement in the league campaign.

The match gives Rivers United the opportunity to use home advantage, while Kun Khalifat FC will aim to improve an away record that has so far produced two draws and two defeats. Rivers United’s home record stands at two wins, one draw and no losses, making the hosts the stronger side on the available venue-based form.

The key statistics of the players of both teams this season:

Assists: (Rivers United) — 0 assists, (Kun Khalifat FC) — 0 assists.Goalkeepers saves: (Rivers United) — 0, (Kun Khalifat FC) — 0Tackles: (Rivers United) — 0, (Kun Khalifat FC) — 0.Most encounters won: (Rivers United) — 0, (Kun Khalifat FC) — 0.

Top 5 scorers this season:

(0)

(0)

Team statistics:

Rivers United’s recent results read WWD, a sequence that suggests a team beginning to build consistency. Kun Khalifat FC have had a more difficult run, with their last five results listed as DDLL. The visitors have avoided defeat in their most recent two matches, but the two losses that followed underline the challenge facing them away from home.

The five previous matches played by the teams:

Rivers United — WWDKun Khalifat FC — DDLL

The league meeting is therefore an important opportunity for both teams. Rivers United can strengthen their position by continuing their unbeaten home run, while Kun Khalifat FC need a disciplined performance to take something from a difficult fixture.

According to home statistics this season, Rivers United scores more goals and concedes more in the following intervals:

IntervalsGoal Scored, %Goals conceded, %0-1525.00%16-30 25.00%31-4525.00% 46-6025.00%61-7576-9091-105

Kun Khalifat FC has the following time frames of scoring and conceding goals:

Intervals

Goal Scored, %

Goals conceded, %

0-15

50.00%

25.00%

16-30

50.00%

25.00%

31-45

25.00%

46-60

25.00%

61-75

76-90

91-105

Head-to-head stats:

Teams

Games

Win

Draws

Losses

H

A

H

A

H

A

Rivers United

0

0

0

0

0

0

0

Kun Khalifat FC

0

0

0

0

0

0

Probabilities before the match:

Rivers United

Kun Khalifat FC

73.5%

Winning the game73.5%

56%Attack potential

56%89%

Potential in defense89%

100%Strength against each other

100%71%

Goal Potential71%

Summary: the probability of Kun Khalifat FC winning – 10%, draw – 45%, loss – 45%. Thus Rivers United, most likely, win (win or draw)

Goal Forecast:Rivers United, is likely to score -2.5 goals, Kun Khalifat FC is likely to score no more than -1.5.

The bookmaker odds for this match:

Home win

Draw

Away win

0

0

0

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The match between the teams Rivers United and Kun Khalifat FC will take place on September 23 at 15:00 (GMT) at the stadium Yakubu Gowon Stadium.

Shooting Stars face Katsina United on 23 September at 15:00 GMT, with both sides looking to establish early momentum in the league campaign.

Shooting Stars will have home advantage at the start of a fixture in which both teams are yet to record a goal this season. The opening stages of a league season can provide limited evidence about a side’s overall strength, but this match offers both clubs an immediate opportunity to improve their attacking output and move up the table.

The key statistics of the players of both teams this season:

Assists: (Shooting Stars) — 0 assists, (Katsina United) — 0 assists.Goalkeepers saves: (Shooting Stars) — 0, (Katsina United) — 0Tackles: (Shooting Stars) — 0, (Katsina United) — 0.Most encounters won: (Shooting Stars) — 0, (Katsina United) — 0.

Top 5 scorers this season:

(0)

(0)

Team statistics:

Katsina United travel with an away record of one draw and one defeat, while Shooting Stars have recorded one home win and one home defeat. Those results underline the importance of the venue, with the home side hoping to use familiar surroundings to control the match and Katsina United attempting to produce a more disciplined away performance.

The five previous matches played by the teams:

Shooting Stars — WLKatsina United — DL

The contest is likely to be decided by which team can turn possession into clear chances. Neither side has scored in the current campaign, making the first goal particularly important. It could alter the tactical approach, force the trailing team to take more risks and create space for the opposition to exploit.

According to home statistics this season, Shooting Stars scores more goals and concedes more in the following intervals:

IntervalsGoal Scored, %Goals conceded, %0-1566.67%25.00%16-30 33.33%25.00%31-4525.00% 46-6025.00%61-7576-9091-105

Katsina United has the following time frames of scoring and conceding goals:

Intervals

Goal Scored, %

Goals conceded, %

0-15

16-30

31-45

46-60

61-75

76-90

91-105

Head-to-head stats:

Teams

Games

Win

Draws

Losses

H

A

H

A

H

A

Shooting Stars

0

0

0

0

0

0

0

Katsina United

0

0

0

0

0

0

Probabilities before the match:

Shooting Stars

Katsina United

60.5%

Winning the game60.5%

75%Attack potential

75%50%

Potential in defense50%

38%Strength against each other

38%44%

Goal Potential44%

Summary: the probability of Katsina United winning – 10%, draw – 45%, loss – 45%. Thus Shooting Stars, most likely, win (win or draw)

Goal Forecast:Shooting Stars, is likely to score -2.5 goals, Katsina United is likely to score no more than -1.5.

The bookmaker odds for this match:

Home win

Draw

Away win

0

0

0

Save the date

The match between the teams Shooting Stars and Katsina United will take place on September 23 at 15:00 (GMT) at the stadium Lekan Salami Stadium.

Niger Tornadoes face Warri Wolves on 23 September at 15:00 GMT, with both sides looking to establish momentum in the early part of the season.

The fixture presents Niger Tornadoes with the advantage of home support, while Warri Wolves will be expected to respond with a disciplined away performance. Neither team has opened its scoring account this season, making the match an important opportunity for both attacks to produce a decisive moment.

The key statistics of the players of both teams this season:

Assists: (Niger Tornadoes) — 0 assists, (Warri Wolves) — 0 assists.Goalkeepers saves: (Niger Tornadoes) — 0, (Warri Wolves) — 0Tackles: (Niger Tornadoes) — 0, (Warri Wolves) — 0.Most encounters won: (Niger Tornadoes) — 0, (Warri Wolves) — 0.

Top 5 scorers this season:

(0)

(0)

Team statistics:

Niger Tornadoes’ recent form reads WLD, while Warri Wolves have recorded LLW in their last three listed matches. The contrasting sequences suggest that Niger Tornadoes have shown greater consistency, although Warri Wolves ended their run with a win and will travel with renewed confidence.

The five previous matches played by the teams:

Niger Tornadoes — WLDWarri Wolves — LLW

The result could shape the early direction of both campaigns. At this stage of the season, one victory can quickly move a side up the league standings, while another defeat can increase pressure before the schedule becomes more demanding.

According to home statistics this season, Niger Tornadoes scores more goals and concedes more in the following intervals:

IntervalsGoal Scored, %Goals conceded, %0-1533.33%50.00%16-30 66.67%50.00%31-45 46-6061-7576-9091-105

Warri Wolves has the following time frames of scoring and conceding goals:

Intervals

Goal Scored, %

Goals conceded, %

0-15

100.00%

50.00%

16-30

25.00%

31-45

25.00%

46-60

61-75

76-90

91-105

Head-to-head stats:

Teams

Games

Win

Draws

Losses

H

A

H

A

H

A

Niger Tornadoes

0

0

0

0

0

0

0

Warri Wolves

0

0

0

0

0

0

Probabilities before the match:

Niger Tornadoes

Warri Wolves

59.7%

Winning the game59.7%

71%Attack potential

71%44%

Potential in defense44%

50%Strength against each other

50%60%

Goal Potential60%

Summary: the probability of Warri Wolves winning – 10%, draw – 45%, loss – 45%. Thus Niger Tornadoes, most likely, win (win or draw)

Goal Forecast:Niger Tornadoes, is likely to score -2.5 goals, Warri Wolves is likely to score no more than -1.5.

The bookmaker odds for this match:

Home win

Draw

Away win

0

0

0

Save the date

The match between the teams Niger Tornadoes and Warri Wolves will take place on September 23 at 15:00 (GMT) at the stadium Bako Kontagora Stadium.

Enyimba face Sporting Lagos on 23 September at 15:00 GMT in a league fixture shaped by two teams still searching for their first goal of the season.

Neither side has scored in the campaign so far, making the match an important opportunity to establish momentum early in the league. Enyimba will have home advantage at their disposal, while Sporting Lagos will aim to remain organised away from home and take advantage of any uncertainty in the hosts’ attack.

The key statistics of the players of both teams this season:

Assists: (Enyimba) — 0 assists, (Sporting Lagos) — 0 assists.Goalkeepers saves: (Enyimba) — 0, (Sporting Lagos) — 0Tackles: (Enyimba) — 0, (Sporting Lagos) — 0.Most encounters won: (Enyimba) — 0, (Sporting Lagos) — 0.

Top 5 scorers this season:

(0)

(0)

Team statistics:

The recent form sequences also point to a difficult start. Enyimba’s record is listed as L-L-L, while Sporting Lagos’ sequence is L-W-L. Those results suggest that neither club has found consistent form, although Sporting Lagos have shown they can produce a positive result when their performance is effective.

The five previous matches played by the teams:

Enyimba — LLLSporting Lagos — LWL

Enyimba’s immediate priority is to improve in the final third. Having scored no goals this season, the home side must find a way to create clearer chances and convert them if they are to claim their first league points.

According to home statistics this season, Enyimba scores more goals and concedes more in the following intervals:

IntervalsGoal Scored, %Goals conceded, %0-15100.00%20.00%16-30 40.00%31-4540.00% 46-6061-7576-9091-105

Sporting Lagos has the following time frames of scoring and conceding goals:

Intervals

Goal Scored, %

Goals conceded, %

0-15

33.33%

25.00%

16-30

33.33%

25.00%

31-45

33.33%

50.00%

46-60

61-75

76-90

91-105

Head-to-head stats:

Teams

Games

Win

Draws

Losses

H

A

H

A

H

A

Enyimba

0

0

0

0

0

0

0

Sporting Lagos

0

0

0

0

0

0

Probabilities before the match:

Enyimba

Sporting Lagos

44.8%

Winning the game44.8%

25%Attack potential

25%44%

Potential in defense44%

50%Strength against each other

50%60%

Goal Potential60%

Summary: the probability of Sporting Lagos winning – 45%, draw – 45%, loss – 10%. Thus Enyimba, most likely, loss (loss or draw)

Goal Forecast:Enyimba, is likely to score -1.5 goals, Sporting Lagos is likely to score no more than -2.5.

The bookmaker odds for this match:

Home win

Draw

Away win

0

0

0

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The match between the teams Enyimba and Sporting Lagos will take place on September 23 at 15:00 (GMT) at the stadium Enyimba International Stadium.

Kwara United will face Nasarawa United in an early-season league fixture on 23 September, with kick-off scheduled for 15:00 GMT.

Neither side has scored in the league campaign so far, making this match an important opportunity for both teams to open their account and establish early momentum. The result could also provide the first clear indication of how the two clubs are likely to approach the opening stages of the season.

The key statistics of the players of both teams this season:

Assists: (Kwara United) — 0 assists, (Nasarawa United) — 0 assists.Goalkeepers saves: (Kwara United) — 0, (Nasarawa United) — 0Tackles: (Kwara United) — 0, (Nasarawa United) — 0.Most encounters won: (Kwara United) — 0, (Nasarawa United) — 0.

Top 5 scorers this season:

(0)

(0)

Team statistics:

Kwara United come into the match with a recent form sequence of DLWL, while Nasarawa United’s listed sequence is LWLD. Both records suggest that the sides have experienced mixed results, although their performances in this fixture will be judged primarily on whether they can produce a winning display and convert chances in front of goal.

The five previous matches played by the teams:

Kwara United — DLWLNasarawa United — LWLD

The match will be played at Kwara United’s home ground, placing additional responsibility on the hosts to take control of the contest. Home advantage can be important in a closely balanced league, particularly at the start of a campaign when teams are still building consistency and trying to establish their preferred style.

According to home statistics this season, Kwara United scores more goals and concedes more in the following intervals:

IntervalsGoal Scored, %Goals conceded, %0-15100.00%16-30 31-45 46-6061-7576-9091-105

Nasarawa United has the following time frames of scoring and conceding goals:

Intervals

Goal Scored, %

Goals conceded, %

0-15

50.00%

50.00%

16-30

50.00%

50.00%

31-45

46-60

61-75

76-90

91-105

Head-to-head stats:

Teams

Games

Win

Draws

Losses

H

A

H

A

H

A

Kwara United

2

1

0

0

0

0

1

Nasarawa United

1

0

0

0

0

1

Probabilities before the match:

Kwara United

Nasarawa United

69.8%

Winning the game69.8%

56%Attack potential

56%60%

Potential in defense60%

93%Strength against each other

93%83%

Goal Potential83%

Summary: the probability of Nasarawa United winning – 10%, draw – 45%, loss – 45%. Thus Kwara United, most likely, win (win or draw)

Goal Forecast:Kwara United, is likely to score -3.5 goals, Nasarawa United is likely to score no more than -2.5.

The bookmaker odds for this match:

Home win

Draw

Away win

0

0

0

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The match between the teams Kwara United and Nasarawa United will take place on September 23 at 15:00 (GMT) at the stadium Kwara Sports Stadium.

Enugu Rangers face Ranchers Bees on September 23 at 15:00 GMT in a fixture that will provide both teams with an important opportunity to build momentum early in the season.

Neither side has scored in the campaign so far, making the match a chance for the first attacking breakthrough of the season. Enugu Rangers will have home advantage, while Ranchers Bees will look to produce a disciplined away performance and take something from the game.

The key statistics of the players of both teams this season:

Assists: (Enugu Rangers) — 0 assists, (Ranchers Bees) — 0 assists.Goalkeepers saves: (Enugu Rangers) — 0, (Ranchers Bees) — 0Tackles: (Enugu Rangers) — 0, (Ranchers Bees) — 0.Most encounters won: (Enugu Rangers) — 0, (Ranchers Bees) — 0.

Top 5 scorers this season:

(0)

(0)

Team statistics:

The result could become significant in the early league picture. With the season still at its opening stage, every point has added value as teams begin to establish their positions in the table. A win would give either side a strong platform for the matches ahead, while a draw would leave both clubs searching for their first victory.

The five previous matches played by the teams:

Enugu Rangers — DWWRanchers Bees — LWLW

Enugu Rangers’ recent form is listed as DWW. That sequence suggests an unbeaten run in their latest matches, with two wins providing encouragement before the meeting with Ranchers Bees. The home side will want to carry that positive momentum into this fixture and turn it into a convincing league performance.

According to home statistics this season, Enugu Rangers scores more goals and concedes more in the following intervals:

IntervalsGoal Scored, %Goals conceded, %0-1516.67%66.67%16-30 33.33%33.33%31-4516.67% 46-6016.67%61-7516.67%76-9091-105

Ranchers Bees has the following time frames of scoring and conceding goals:

Intervals

Goal Scored, %

Goals conceded, %

0-15

25.00%

28.57%

16-30

25.00%

14.29%

31-45

50.00%

14.29%

46-60

42.86%

61-75

76-90

91-105

Head-to-head stats:

Teams

Games

Win

Draws

Losses

H

A

H

A

H

A

Enugu Rangers

0

0

0

0

0

0

0

Ranchers Bees

0

0

0

0

0

0

Probabilities before the match:

Enugu Rangers

Ranchers Bees

59.0%

Winning the game59.0%

47%Attack potential

47%64%

Potential in defense64%

0%Strength against each other

0%0%

Goal Potential0%

Summary: the probability of Ranchers Bees winning – 10%, draw – 45%, loss – 45%. Thus Enugu Rangers, most likely, win (win or draw)

Goal Forecast:Enugu Rangers, is likely to score -3.5 goals, Ranchers Bees is likely to score no more than -2.5.

The bookmaker odds for this match:

Home win

Draw

Away win

0

0

0

Save the date

The match between the teams Enugu Rangers and Ranchers Bees will take place on September 23 at 15:00 (GMT) at the stadium Nnamdi Azikiwe Stadium.

Bendel Insurance face Ikorodu City on 23 September at 15:00 GMT, with both sides beginning the new league campaign looking to establish early momentum.

The fixture gives Bendel Insurance home advantage, while Ikorodu City will try to take points from their first away challenge of the season. With no goals recorded by either team in the campaign so far, the match represents a fresh starting point rather than a contest shaped by an established scoring trend.

The key statistics of the players of both teams this season:

Assists: (Bendel Insurance) — 0 assists, (Ikorodu City) — 0 assists.Goalkeepers saves: (Bendel Insurance) — 0, (Ikorodu City) — 0Tackles: (Bendel Insurance) — 0, (Ikorodu City) — 0.Most encounters won: (Bendel Insurance) — 0, (Ikorodu City) — 0.

Top 5 scorers this season:

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Team statistics:

Bendel Insurance will be expected to make the most of their home support. Their record at home last season was mixed, with two wins, two draws and two defeats. That record suggests they were capable of producing strong performances in front of their supporters, although consistency was a problem across the campaign.

The five previous matches played by the teams:

Bendel Insurance — WLWLIkorodu City — WDD

Ikorodu City arrive with an unbeaten away record from their available season figures. They recorded one away win, two draws and no defeats, giving them a solid platform as they prepare to travel. Their ability to avoid defeat on the road could make this a difficult opening assignment for the hosts.

According to home statistics this season, Bendel Insurance scores more goals and concedes more in the following intervals:

IntervalsGoal Scored, %Goals conceded, %0-1533.33%25.00%16-30 33.33%50.00%31-4533.33%25.00% 46-6061-7576-9091-105

Ikorodu City has the following time frames of scoring and conceding goals:

Intervals

Goal Scored, %

Goals conceded, %

0-15

33.33%

100.00%

16-30

33.33%

31-45

33.33%

46-60

61-75

76-90

91-105

Head-to-head stats:

Teams

Games

Win

Draws

Losses

H

A

H

A

H

A

Bendel Insurance

0

0

0

0

0

0

0

Ikorodu City

0

0

0

0

0

0

Probabilities before the match:

Bendel Insurance

Ikorodu City

50.5%

Winning the game50.5%

58%Attack potential

58%33%

Potential in defense33%

50%Strength against each other

50%55%

Goal Potential55%

Summary: the probability of Ikorodu City winning – 45%, draw – 45%, loss – 10%. Thus Bendel Insurance, most likely, loss (loss or draw)

Goal Forecast:Bendel Insurance, is likely to score -3.5 goals, Ikorodu City is likely to score no more than -3.5.

The bookmaker odds for this match:

Home win

Draw

Away win

0

0

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Save the date

The match between the teams Bendel Insurance and Ikorodu City will take place on September 23 at 15:00 (GMT) at the stadium Samuel Ogbemudia Stadium.

Ahmed Musa has been named the Sports Writers Association of Nigeria (SWAN) Man of the Match following his impressive display in Kano Pillars’ 4-1 victory over Doma United in Sunday’s EUROMATCH-NPFL27 encounter, Nigeriasoccernet.com reports.

Kano Pillars confirmed Musa’s recognition in a post on their official X handle after the former Super Eagles captain played a key role in the convincing victory at the Sani Abacha Stadium.

Musa caused constant problems for the Doma United defence with his pace and movement and eventually capped his performance with a goal.

The forward scored Pillars’ third goal in the 77th minute to restore the hosts’ two-goal advantage after Doma United had reduced the deficit earlier in the second half.

The strike was Musa’s first goal in two appearances for Kano Pillars this season.

Abdullahi Musa opened the scoring for Pillars in the 19th minute before Rabiu Ali doubled their advantage in the 32nd minute.

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Sadiq Rilwan pulled one back for Doma United in the 53rd minute, but Ahmed Musa restored Pillars’ two-goal cushion before Nasiru Salihu completed the scoring in the 90th minute.

The victory moved Kano Pillars to third place with seven points from four matches.

For Doma United, the result represented their first defeat of the campaign after they had won their opening three fixtures without conceding a goal.

Despite the setback, Doma United remain top of the table with nine points from four matches.

Sporting Lagos head coach Jeffrey Buter has attributed his side’s 2-0 defeat to Abia Warriors to costly mistakes that exposed them to counterattacks in Sunday’s Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) clash at the Mobolaji Johnson Arena, Nigeriasoccernet.com reports.

The Lagos-based side controlled significant portions of the encounter but were unable to turn their pressure into goals before Abia Warriors struck twice in the closing stages to secure all three points.

Speaking after the game, Buter admitted that losing at home was frustrating, particularly with the team failing to reward their supporters with a result.

“It’s always disappointing to lose, especially in front of the home supporters. But I think we had a really good game,” Buter said.

“We were trying to find goals and had to push forward players up the pitch, which led to two mistakes and two goals conceded on the counter.”

The Sporting Lagos coach identified two individual errors as the key moments that changed the outcome of the match.

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“I think it went wrong with two actions. Aliu loses the ball, and they hit us on the break, then Stanley loses the ball, and they hit us on the break—otherwise, we had control of the game. We were more threatening and looked like we were going to score.”

Buter also addressed his substitutions during the encounter, accepting that the changes could be questioned after the final result while maintaining that they were made with the circumstances of the match in mind.

“In hindsight, maybe you think substitutions could have been different, but with the way the game was going, that was the right thing we felt in that moment. So, it’s football.”

The defeat leaves Sporting Lagos with more work to do as they continue their campaign, while Abia Warriors picked up an important away victory to boost their early-season hopes.

The 2026/27 Nigeria Premier Football League, NPFL, campaign produced another eventful weekend as Matchday 4 delivered seven results, including three away victories and the first defeat of the season for early leaders Doma United, Nigeriasoccernet.com reports.

Defending champions Rangers International bounced back in style with a 4-2 victory over Kun Khalifat FC in the Oriental Derby, while Enyimba's difficult start continued as they suffered a 1-0 home defeat to Inter Lagos.

The Aba-based giants are now without a point after four matches, having lost all four of their opening fixtures.

Inter Lagos claimed one of the weekend's biggest results at the Enyimba Stadium, with Ezekiel Moses scoring the only goal of the game in the 18th minute to secure the visitors' second win of the campaign.

The defeat leaves nine-time champions Enyimba at the bottom of the 20-team standings, with their early-season struggles becoming one of the major talking points in the league.

Rangers bounce back with four-goal win

Rangers International delivered an impressive response after a difficult start to their title defence, defeating Kun Khalifat FC 4-2 in an entertaining Oriental Derby.

Preye Seikorowei, Ayuba Umar, Temitope Folarin and Waheed Adebayo found the net for the Flying Antelopes, while Chimobi Igwilo scored twice for the home side.

The victory moved Rangers into the group of teams competing near the top of the early standings and provided a significant boost to their title defence.

Doma United beaten in Kano

Doma United's unbeaten start came to an end at the Sani Abacha Stadium as Kano Pillars secured a convincing 4-1 victory.

Abdullahi Musa opened the scoring for the hosts in the 20th minute before captain Rabiu Ali doubled their advantage 13 minutes later.

Ahmed Musa added a third in the 77th minute, while Nasiru Salihu completed the scoring for the home side.

Despite the heavy defeat, Doma United remain top of the table with nine points from four matches. Kano Pillars, meanwhile, moved onto seven points and strengthened their position among the early contenders.

Abia Warriors shock Sporting Lagos

Abia Warriors picked up their first victory of the season with a 2-0 away success against Sporting Lagos at the Mobolaji Johnson Arena.

The visitors had to wait until the closing stages before breaking the deadlock, with Ikoi Etta putting Abia Warriors ahead in the 88th minute.

Emeka Obioma then added a second goal in stoppage time to complete an important victory for the visitors.

Plateau United continue strong start

Plateau United maintained their impressive beginning to the campaign with a 3-1 win over Shooting Stars at the New Jos Stadium.

Shooting Stars took the lead in the 15th minute, but Jibrin Ibrahim restored parity five minutes after the restart.

Seiyefa Jackson then completed the turnaround for Plateau United before Gideon Monday added a third goal late in the game.

The result moved Plateau United onto seven points from four matches.

Warri Wolves edge Kwara United

Warri Wolves secured their second victory of the campaign after defeating Kwara United 1-0 on home soil.

Ejike Ezekiel struck as early as the eighth minute, and the early goal proved enough to give the hosts all three points.

Nasarawa United rescue point against Rivers United

Nasarawa United fought back late to secure a 1-1 draw against Rivers United in Lafia.

Rivers United looked set to leave with maximum points before Musa Yakubu converted an 84th-minute penalty to rescue a point for the home side.

The result kept both teams within the upper half of the early standings.

Katsina United defeat Niger Tornadoes

Katsina United also claimed a narrow home victory, edging Niger Tornadoes 1-0 to continue their positive start to the season.

The result further underlined the competitive nature of the opening weeks, with several clubs separated by only a small number of points after four rounds of matches.

Doma United remain at the summit despite their defeat in Kano, while Rangers International, Kano Pillars and Plateau United are among the teams pushing closely behind.

At the other end of the table, Enyimba's four-match losing streak has left them with plenty of work to do, while the weekend's away victories demonstrated how difficult it has become for teams to rely solely on home advantage.

NPFL Matchday 4 Results

Kano Pillars 4-1 Doma United

Enyimba 0-1 Inter Lagos

Kun Khalifat 2-4 Enugu Rangers

Nasarawa United 1-1 Rivers United

Plateau United 3-1 Shooting Stars

Sporting Lagos 0-2 Abia Warriors

Warri Wolves 1-0 Kwara United

Ranchers Bees 2-1 Bendel Insurance

Ikorodu City 0-0 Barau

Kastina United 1-0 Niger Tornadoes

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Katsina United secured a narrow 1-0 victory over Niger Tornadoes in Match Round 4 of the Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL).

Katsina United

Niger Tornadoes

Katsina United

Niger Tornadoes

The decisive goal gave Katsina United all three points in a tightly contested encounter, although the available match data does not identify the scorer or the exact time of the goal.

Passes:

Niger Tornadoes were unable to find an equaliser as Katsina United held on to protect their advantage and claim victory at the end of the match.

Defense: Katsina United claim narrow win

The 1-0 result was settled by a single goal, with Katsina United doing enough to preserve their lead against a Niger Tornadoes side that could not convert its opportunities.

Face-to-face:

The match statistics recorded no shots on target or shots on goal for either team. Katsina United also had no player recorded as the most active shooter, while no Niger Tornadoes player was listed as the leading player for attempts on goal.

The last five games (including this match):

Katsina United - WLDNiger Tornadoes - LW

Katsina United will play with Shooting Stars. September 23 at 15:00 (GMT), on Lekan Salami Stadium.Niger Tornadoes will play with Warri Wolves. September 23 at 15:00 (GMT), on Bako Kontagora Stadium.

Warri Wolves secured a narrow 1-0 victory over Kwara United in Match Round 4 of the Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL).

Warri Wolves

Kwara United

Warri Wolves

Kwara United

A single goal was enough to decide a closely contested encounter, although details of the goalscorer and the time of the goal were not provided in the match data.

Passes:

The result gives Warri Wolves an important three points, while Kwara United were left to reflect on a game in which neither side registered a recorded shot on target.

Defense:

The match statistics point to a low-event contest. Ball possession was recorded as 0% for Warri Wolves and 0% for Kwara United. Warri Wolves had no shots on target and no recorded shots on goal, while Kwara United also finished with zero shots on target and zero shots on goal.

Face-to-face:

The most active player in terms of shots for Warri Wolves was not identified in the available data. Kwara United’s leading player for hits on goal was also not specified.

The last five games (including this match):

Warri Wolves - WLKwara United - LWD

Warri Wolves will play with Niger Tornadoes. September 23 at 15:00 (GMT), on Bako Kontagora Stadium.Kwara United will play with Nasarawa United. September 23 at 15:00 (GMT), on Kwara Sports Stadium.

Abia Warriors earned a 2-0 victory over Sporting Lagos in Match Round 4 of the Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL), securing an important away win while keeping Sporting Lagos without a goal.

Sporting Lagos

Abia Warriors

Sporting Lagos

Abia Warriors

The result gives Abia Warriors three points from a match in which the available statistical data recorded no shots, shots on target, completed passes or key passes for either side.

Passes:

Sporting Lagos were listed with 0% possession, while Abia Warriors were also recorded with 0% possession. Sporting Lagos registered no shots on target and no shots on goal, and Abia Warriors were credited with the same figures.

Defense:

The match data also recorded a pass accuracy of 0% for both teams, with Sporting Lagos completing 0 passes and Abia Warriors also completing 0. Neither team was credited with a key pass.

Face-to-face:

No individual player was identified as the most active shooter for Sporting Lagos or Abia Warriors in the supplied statistics.

The last five games (including this match):

Sporting Lagos - LWLAbia Warriors - WDD

Sporting Lagos will play with Enyimba. September 23 at 15:00 (GMT), on Enyimba International Stadium.Abia Warriors will play with Barau FC. September 23 at 15:00 (GMT), on None.

Nasarawa United and Rivers United played out a 1-1 draw in Match Round 4 of the Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL).

Nasarawa United

Rivers United

Nasarawa United

Rivers United

The two sides could not be separated at the final whistle, with each team taking a point from a closely contested encounter.

Passes:

The result leaves both clubs with work to do as they continue their NPFL campaigns, although the shared points will provide some encouragement after a match in which neither side was able to establish clear statistical dominance.

Defense:

The available match data recorded possession at 0% for Nasarawa United and 0% for Rivers United. Nasarawa United registered no shots on target and no shots on goal, while Rivers United also recorded zero shots on target and zero shots on goal.

Face-to-face:

No player was identified as the leading shooter for either side in the supplied statistics.

The last five games (including this match):

Nasarawa United - DLRivers United - DDD

Nasarawa United will play with Kwara United. September 23 at 15:00 (GMT), on Kwara Sports Stadium.Rivers United will play with Kun Khalifat FC. September 23 at 15:00 (GMT), on Yakubu Gowon Stadium.

M. Ezekiel’s 18th-minute goal gave Inter Lagos a 1-0 victory over Enyimba in Match Round 4 of the Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL).

Enyimba

Inter Lagos

Enyimba

Inter Lagos

Ezekiel struck to put Inter Lagos ahead early, and his side held on to claim an important away win.

Passes:

The decisive moment came in the 18th minute when Ezekiel found the net to make it 1-0. Enyimba were unable to respond as Inter Lagos protected their advantage through the remainder of the match.

Defense:

The result will be encouraging for Inter Lagos, who showed enough defensive resilience to preserve their narrow lead. Enyimba, meanwhile, were left to reflect on a frustrating home defeat after failing to find an equaliser.

Face-to-face: Enyimba 0-1 Inter Lagos: how the match was won

Inter Lagos made the stronger start and were rewarded when Ezekiel scored after 18 minutes. The early goal gave the visitors a platform to defend from, while Enyimba were forced to chase the game.

The last five games (including this match):

Enyimba - LLLInter Lagos - WLLL

Enyimba will play with Sporting Lagos. September 23 at 15:00 (GMT), on Enyimba International Stadium.Inter Lagos will play with Kano Pillars. September 23 at 15:00 (GMT), on None.

Plateau United came from behind to beat Shooting Stars 3-1 in Match Round 4 of the Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL), overturning an early goal from A. Taheer with three second-half strikes.

Plateau United

Shooting Stars

Plateau United

Shooting Stars

Taheer put Shooting Stars in front after 15 minutes, but Plateau United responded after the break through J. Ibrahim, S. Jackson and G. Monday to secure all three points.

Passes:

The visitors held their advantage until the fifth minute of the second half, when Ibrahim restored parity to make it 1-1.

Defense:

Plateau United then completed the turnaround when Jackson scored in the 71st minute before Monday added a third goal three minutes from full-time.

Face-to-face:

Shooting Stars had threatened to take control after Taheer’s opener, but Plateau United grew into the contest and produced a decisive second-half response.

The last five games (including this match):

Plateau United - WLShooting Stars - LW

Plateau United will play with Doma United. September 23 at 15:00 (GMT), on Pantami Stadium.Shooting Stars will play with Katsina United. September 23 at 15:00 (GMT), on Lekan Salami Stadium.