Plateau United vs Katsina United: Prediction for the Match on August 31, 2025

Plateau United vs Katsina United: Prediction and odds on the Match on 31 August 2025

Round 2 of the Nigeria Premier League is here again. Plateau United will be playing host to Katsina United. All action will be held at the prestigious Rwang Pam Stadium in Jos. Both teams are in the relegation side in the standings. They expect another difficult season trying to survive in the league. How will this game unfold? 

Plateau United: Form and Statistics

The 2025/2026 NPFL season started with a tough 1-0 loss for Plateau United against Wikki Tourist at the Abubakar Tafawa Balewa Stadium in Bauchi. The Peace Boys fought hard, created chances, and showed flashes of brilliance, but the equaliser eluded them. The match’s turning point came in the 40th minute when Wisdom was penalized for handling the ball inside the box. L. Dadong stepped up and calmly converted the penalty to give Wikki the lead. Both teams battled fiercely throughout the match, with Plateau United earning 26 free kicks compared to Wikki’s 18, reflecting the intensity in midfield. Each team received a yellow card, with Harrison Ebah booked for Plateau United in the 58th minute and H. Aliyu for Wikki in the 85th.

After a slow start, Plateau United grew into the game, with Mafeng Pam and Kalu Samuel causing trouble on the wings. The second half saw the team play with more energy, especially from Maren’s dangerous crosses, but they couldn’t find the finishing touch. Goalkeeper Amah made several excellent saves, keeping Plateau United in the match until the final whistle. While the result was disappointing, the team’s effort and heart were unquestionable. We are grateful to our loyal supporters who traveled to Bauchi. Your passion fuels us. This is just the beginning of a long season.

Plateau United News and Lineup

Albert Hilary has been voted by his teammates as Plateau United's new captain. PUFC Management has announced a new regular game ticket fee. It was reduced from 500 naira to 300 naira. However, the Peace Boy kept the other form of ticket prize. The VIP goes for 1000 naira and the VVIP goes for 2500 naira.

🔖 Plateau United Expected Lineup

Albert Hillary; Kalu Samuel; Tongshinen Dakup; Mafeng Pam; Dawa Victor; Davou Jonathan; Harrison Ebah; Dabo Joshua; Wisdom Ndon; Amah John

Substitutes: Domnan Panse; Mubaraq Usman; Amietimi Enewarikpemi; Mustapha Abdullahi; Gift Osadebe; Sam Pam; Kazeem Adeyanju; Gideon Monday; Saka Gafar

Katsina United: Form and Statistics

Plateau United's recent form has been mixed. On 24 August 2025, they lost 1-0 to Wikki Tourist in the Premier League. Before that, they won 1-0 against Enyimba on 25 May 2025 and beat Lobi Stars 2-1 on 11 May 2025. However, they lost 2-0 to Heartland on 7 May 2025. They also lost 1-0 to Rangers International on 3 May 2025 but secured a 2-1 win against Bendel on 27 April 2025. They won 1-0 against Akwa United on 20 April 2025 and beat Osun 2-1 on 16 April 2025.

Earlier in the season, they lost 3-2 to Nasarawa on 13 April 2025 and drew 0-0 with Kwara on 6 April 2025. They also had a 1-0 win over Sunshine Stars on 2 April 2025.

For Katsina Utd, their recent results show a 1-0 loss to Warri Wolves on 24 August 2025. Before that, they won 1-0 against Kwara on 25 May 2025 and lost 4-0 to Rangers International on 11 May 2025. They also beat Kano Pillars 1-0 on 7 May 2025, but lost 2-0 to Sunshine Stars on 27 April 2025.

Katsina United Team News and Lineup

The management of Katsina United FC has warned against the unauthorized creation of the club's shirts, stating that legal action will be taken against those who violate this rule. Club Chairman, Alhaji Surajo Umar Dalibi, issued the warning after the club signed a partnership with Constrix Corporation. He emphasized that the management will not tolerate such actions from individuals, supporters, or businesses. Surajo Malumfashi urged fans to respect the agreement with Constrix and avoid copying the club’s jersey, for the overall development of Katsina United FC.

🔖 Katsina United Expected Lineup

Joshua Enaholo (GK); Hamisu Saidu (GK); Ismail Muhd; Ahmad Kabir Yallio; Ejike Uzeochi; Philips Clement; Innocent Arigu; Manasseh Yusuf; Suliman Yusuf; Usman Barau (C); Richards Christopher; Nafiu Ibrahim; Falolu Azeez; Mubarak Sani; Akanni Elijah; Bashir Usman; Auwal S. Abubakar; Uche Collins; Agara Daniel; Gimba Ajiji

Plateau United vs Katsina United: Head-to-Head statistics

Both teams have faced each other twelve times, with each team winning five times and drawing twice. Their last match ended in a 1-0 victory for Kastina Untied. 

Plateau United vs Katsina United: Betting Tips & Odds

• Plateau United has the longest losing streak of 1 match, while Katsina United also has a 1-match losing streak. Both teams have a 0-match run without a loss and a 1-match run without a win.
• Plateau United has kept 0 clean sheets, while Katsina United has also kept 0 clean sheets. Plateau United has 1 match under 2.25 goals, while Katsina United has 1 match under 2.25 goals as well.
• Plateau United had 1 match with a first-half score over 0.5 goals, while Katsina United had 1 match with a first-half score under 0.5 goals. Both teams have played 1 match with an odd total score and 0 matches with an even total score.
• Plateau United and Katsina United both have an average of 0 goals scored and 1 goal allowed per match. Both teams have 1 match where they failed to score.
• Plateau United's biggest victory was 1-0, while Katsina United's biggest defeat was 0-1. Neither team has missed a penalty, scored from a penalty, or scored an own goal. Both teams have no goalless draws at home or away.

Plateau United vs Katsina United match prediction 31 August 2025

Plateau United has made some recruitment that will put them in a strong position in this fixture. Based on the head-to-head meeting, Katsina United has a strong hold with a recent victory early this year. Based on our analysis and statistics, we can confidently recommend Total - Under (2.5) as the best bet for the Plateau United vs Katsina United match.

Our match prediction is Over 1.5 total goals with odds at 1.825 on Bet365 bookmaker.

Our betting tip is 0-0 halftime correct score with odds at 1.95 on Betway bookmaker.

Our last match prediction is Under 9 with odds at 1.90 on 1Xbet bookmaker.