Stadium: Godswill Akpabio International Stadium
Time: 08.03.2023, 07:00 PM
On Wednesday, the Pride of Rivers will square off against DC Motema Pembe at the Godswill Akpabio International Stadium. The home side could cement their place in the next round with a victory here, which might be the end of the tournament for the visitors.
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The Pride of Rivers launched their CAF Confederation Cup campaign with a humbling against Congo team Diables Noirs.
Since the defeat, Rivers United have won back-to-back games, both home and away. They made a great stride in the group phase when they won against DC Motema Pembe despite being a man down. Rivers United lead the group with six points from a possible nine and are two points ahead of second place.
The pride of Rivers will be out to make history and become the first Nigerian side to lift the confederation cup. Stanley Eguma's side also have an experienced squad full of quality players who can hold their own against any opposition.
Rivers United's home form is excellent, and we are confident they will secure all the points here.
DC Motema Pembe (DR Congo)
Following two draws in their first two games, DC Motema Pembe surrendered to their first defeat of the season as they were beaten at home by Rivers United. DC Motema Pembe were totally outnumbered by ten men in front of their home fans. The visitors stand no chance in this group, as they now have two away games and a home game.
DC Motema Pembe are struggling in the DR Congo Vodacom Ligue One as they have won two, drawn five and lost once over the last eight games.
They have no excellent record in this competition, and it looks like they won't make it out of this round.
Expert Betting Tips
The home side bowed to a far superior team last week and will travel to Nigeria for the return leg. They stand no chance here, and we are confident Rivers United will win and score more than once for 1.80.
We expect Rivers to secure a halftime win here for 1.98.
A correct score of (3-0) might surface here for 6.20.
Good luck!
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