Abia Warriors vs Enyimba Prediction: The Away Sides stands a better chance to victory

Abia Warriors vs Enyimba: Prediction for the Match on November 09, 2025

The Ochendo Boys will try to move up to the top spot in the southeastern derby against Enyimba. Enyimba ended their losing streak last weekend, but they've only won one of their last five games. On the other hand, Abia Warriors want a big win to help their title chances. Enyimba has won 12 times in this match, while Abia Warriors have only won 3 times. The teams have split the points four times.

Abia Warriors: Form and Statistics

After beating Niger Tornadoes 2-1 in Minna, the Abia Warriors moved up to the top of the NPFL table. Sunday Megwo scored in the 38th minute to give them the lead, and Sunday Akinmoladun's own goal just before halftime gave them control. Abia held on to win their sixth game of the season, even though Tornadoes' Abdulrasheed Dabai scored in the 54th minute. The win gives Abia Warriors 21 points from 11 games, putting them two points ahead at the top. This win ends a strong run for coach Imama Amapakabo's team. With 17 points, the Niger Tornadoes fall to fifth place, losing ground in the race for the top four. The rise of the Abia Warriors shows that more people in the Eastern region are getting into football, which could bring more tourists and sponsors to Umuahia.

Enyimba: Form and Statistics

Enyimba came back strong with a 2-0 win over Kano Pillars, who were having a hard time, in Aba. The People's Elephant moved up to sixth place with 16 points and a +3 goal difference thanks to goals from John Bassey and Edidiong Ezekiel. The loss made things worse for Kano Pillars. The four-time champions are still at the bottom with only five points. After losing three points and three goals because of crowd violence in their Matchday 8 game against Shooting Stars, things got worse for them. The NPFL also gave them a temporary stadium ban and a fine of ₦9.5 million. Enyimba, who have won the NPFL nine times, are in big trouble. They've lost three games in a row with coach Stanley Eguma. Management of the club has issued a stern ultimatum, which has raised concerns about their NPFL 2025/26 campaign. Enyimba didn't lose any of their first seven games this season (3 wins, 4 draws). But now they've lost to three different teams, the most recent being Plateau United, who beat them 2-1 in Jos on Matchday 10. This loss has made Enyimba's bad run of form even worse, with problems on both offense and defense. The management of the club is getting more and more worried. 

Abia Warriors News and Lineup

Goals are hard to come by when these two teams play each other. There have been five ties, and only one match has had more than two goals. There have only been 14 goals scored in all of the meetings, which is an average of 1.4 per game.

🔖 Abia Warriors Expected Lineup

Odah Okiemute, Shedrack Asiegbu, Suraj Lawal, Fatai Abdullahi, Paul Samson, Sunday Megwo, Innocent Gabriel, Emeka Obioma, Somiari Alalibo, Jubrin Faiz, Kunle Adeleke

Substitute: Sharp Uzoigwe (GK), Casmir Azubuike, Innocent Godwin, Chindi Merpring, Emmanuel Ogbuagu, Maxwell Kangeshima, Israel Joseph, Yakub Hammed, Wilson Elu

Enyimba Team News and Lineup

Enyimba FC has become aware of false stories making rounds on social media. These reports claim that the Governor gifted vehicles to every player and raised their allowances to ₦3,000,000 each. They also allege that businessman Obi Cubana donated ₦200,000,000 for housing and accommodation for players, staff, and the technical crew. These claims are completely untrue. No such gifts or payments were made. The stories have no basis and should be ignored. Enyimba FC urges fans, media partners, and the public to rely only on verified information. The club stands firm on transparency, professionalism, and the welfare of its players and staff. All official updates will always come through our verified platforms and trusted channels.

🔖 Enyimba Expected Lineup

Dede Dare (GK), Nwokeji Godswill, Joseph Atule (C), Quadri Olasunkanmi, Edidiong Ezekiel, Bright Emmanuel, Afolayan Peters, Fabian Nwaorie, Salman Abubakar, Bassey John, Joel Ezra

Substitutes: Kelvin Ogung (GK), Ifeanyi Okechukwu, Jacob Jonathan, Joseph Abiodun, Issah Mohammed, Ufere Chinedu, Mohammed Hussaini, Agu Samuel, Christian Molokwu

Technical Advisor: Stanley Eguma

Abia Warriors vs Enyimba Head-to-Head statistics

In the last four matches together, Enyimba has recorded three wins and a draw.

Abia Warriors vs Enyimba: Betting Tips & Odds

• Abia Warriors have been the strongest team in the NPFL, winning the most games and drawing the fewest. They have not drawn any games this season and have won all their home matches. Abia also has the fewest home losses and has scored in every home game. They have conceded the fewest goals at home and haven’t allowed 2 or more goals in any home match.
• Enyimba, on the other hand, haven’t drawn in their last 4 games. They’ve scored in their last 3 matches but have struggled away, not winning in their last 3 away games. Enyimba have also failed to score 2 or more goals in those away matches and have conceded in all their recent away games.
• Abia Warriors are also the best in the league for games where both teams don’t score.

Abia Warriors vs Enyimba match prediction, 9th November 2025

Enyimba beat Kano Pillars 2-0 in Aba on Sunday, which took some of the pressure off coach Stanley Eguma. The win came after a hard stretch of five games without a win. On the other hand, Abia Warriors moved to the top of the Nigeria Premier Football League after matchday 11. Enyimba was in charge in the first half against a Pillars team that was having a hard time. Their mistakes on defense cost them. John Bassey scored the first goal in the 29th minute by finishing off a smart play in the box. Six minutes later, Edidiong Ezekiel made the lead even bigger by rounding the goalkeeper and scoring after the Pillars defense made a mistake.

Our match prediction is Enyimba to win with odds at 1.65 on the Bet365 bookmaker.

Our betting tip is Over 2.5 total goals with odds at 1.90 on the Betway bookmaker.

Our last match prediction is 2-1 Correct score with odds at 6.50 on 1Xbet bookmaker.