Rivers United vs Abia Warriors Prediction: Rivers to show class at home

This clash for round 9 of the NPFL will take place at Adokiye Amiesimaka Stadium and feature Rivers United versus Abia Warriors. There is no question that Rivers United are the favorite team to win at home, but do you believe the Abia Warriors, who are the away team, can make a statement?

Rivers United - home favorites despite inconsistency

Rivers United came out on top in one of their earlier games, which was played against Lobi Stars. But both of their games against Kano Pillars and Katsina United ended in losses for them, and both of their games against Heartland and Sunshine Stars finished in draws with scores of 1-1. During those encounters, Rivers United was only able to score three goals while allowing five goals. During the current league season, Rivers United has scored 0.63 goals on average in every game they have played. Given their season-long average of 50.60 percent, Rivers United appears to be very adept at maintaining possession of the ball.

Abia Warriors - visitors will struggle

Abia Warriors come into this encounter having won two of their most recent five matches, the victories coming against Heartland and Katsina United, respectively. However, they lost to Lobi Stars, Sunshine Stars, and Platea United in their respective games. During those games, the away team managed to score five goals while also allowing eight goals against them. Abia Warriors games played away from home resulted in an average of 0.88 goals scored and 1.13 goals conceded per game. The Abia Warriors have done a very good job at keeping possession of the ball during this season, averaging 59.00% of it overall.

Expert Betting Tips

I believe that this game will be a significant one for Rivers United, and I anticipate that the away team will make the most of all of the opportunities that they are given. Since it is anticipated that the home team will score twice, it is possible that the home team will win both halves.