Plateau United vs Rivers United Prediction: Tough contest for Plateau to handle

NPFL action at Jos International Stadium in week 20 will see Plateau United take on Rivers United. The two teams settled for a draw in their last meeting. Will there be a winner in this game? Here at Telecomasia, we offer a full game preview with free betting opportunities. 

Plateau United

Plateau United are coming off a draw against Rivers United in their last league game and will hope for a win this time. In a game that ended 1-1, Plateau United took the lead through Vincent Temitope's strike in the 51st minute, but it was not enough to see this team take maximum points. However, Plateau United head into this game with a winless run of three matches. In that run, this team lost to Lobi Stars while drawing Enyimba. In their last home matches, Plateau United have not suffered a defeat in recent times, winning five and drawing two. This season, Plateau United have 20 points from 19 games, which positions them 17th.

Rivers United

Rivers United are coming off a draw against Plateau United and will hope for a win on the road this time. In a game that ended 1-1, Rivers United needed to come from behind to avoid a defeat, thanks to a last-minute Handsome Surveyor strike. However, this team heads into this game with just one defeat in their last matches, coming against Rangers International. In other games, this team drew Nasarawa United, Sunshine Stars and Remo Stars while picking wins over Abia Warriors, Kano Pillars, and Kwara United. Away from home, Rivers United have not won any of their last five games. This season, Rivers United have accumulated 34 points from 19 games, which position them 2nd. In those games, the visitors scored 19 goals while conceding 11. 

Expert Betting Tips

With good momentum, I expect Rivers United to avoid a defeat at all costs. While Plateau United have always been a threat and the better side in this fixture, their performances this season have been below par. While Rivers definitely have a tough job ahead, I expect them to settle for a defensive play in this game as they continue their title race. 

Our first option is a win or draw for Rivers United with odds at 1.90 on 1Xbet

Our second option is a 0-0 correct score with odds at 6.00 on Bet365

Our last option is first half draw with odds at 1.89 on Betway