Lobi Stars vs Niger Tornadoes Prediction: The visitors stand no chance here

Lobi Stars will square off against Niger Tornadoes at the Lafia City Stadium on Thursday. The hosts will hope to assume the top spot after their disappointing outing a few days ago, while Niger Tornadoes head here with their first win in five matches.

Lobi Stars (3rd)

Last five games: LWLWL

The Bauchi-based side have been extremely poor on the road this season and march here with a (2-0) loss against Remo Stars on the road. The defeat was their fifth on the road this season, as they left Ogun State with nothing. Lobi Stars are aware that a win here would give them an edge over their fellow title contenders, and we expect them to bounce back here.

The Yes Father Boys have made their home ground their refuge this season, and all their losses have been on the road. Lobi Stars Eugene Agagbe's men have scored seventeen and let in fourteen goals this season as they moved to the third spot on the log.

Niger Tornadoes (16th)

Last five games: LWLDW

After four games without a win, Ikon Allah Boys head here with a (1-0) victory over Kano Pillars. Niger Tornadoes have been fantastic in recent weeks, with a share of the spoils in Kwara and a win in Kano. Niger Tornadoes are still in the relegation zone, but a win here might take them to the top half of the table.

Niger Tornadoes have lost six and drawn once on the road this season.

Expert Betting Tips

Returning from the Christmas break, Lobi Stars are set to play their first North Central Derby tomorrow. Over their previous twelve meetings, Lobi Stars have won five while Niger have managed three wins and four games ending in a draw. Lobi Stars can’t afford to lose here as they hope to assume the apex of the log. At the same time, the visitors will come for a win after their recent win at home. Interestingly, tomorrow's encounter would be the Yes Father Boys' last game of 2023, which would be a morale booster going into the New Year in high spirit by securing the maximum points; bet on a home halftime win for 1.81.

We expect to see more than two goals here for 2.38.

This visitor won’t be able to find the back of the net; bet on home win both halves for 2.05.

Good luck!