Rivers United vs Nasarawa United Prediction: Nasarawa United looking to bounce back from recent loss

Rivers United vs Nasarawa United: Prediction and odds on the Match on 01 November 2025

Nasarawa United have won the most games in the NPFL. Rivers United, on the other hand, have gone 3 games without a win. They’ve scored the fewest goals in the league and haven’t scored 2 or more goals in any game this season. All actions will be at the Adokiye Amiesimaka Stadium. 

Rivers United: Form and Statistics

Rivers United: Form and Statistics

We played a tough Ikorodu City team on Wednesday and ended up with a goalless draw. It was a frustrating afternoon. Finidi George, the technical manager, wanted to keep the momentum going after our 3-1 win over the Black Bulls of Mozambique in the CAF Champions League, which got us into the group stage. But Ikorodu City made it hard for us. Michael Atata made the first save by stopping a header from Wasiu Falolu. On the other end, Osagie Onisodumeya made a great save by stretching out all the way to stop a shot from Chidera Oparaocha. Ikorodu City's defense was very strong, making it hard to find space in the attacking third. Timothy Zachariah tried to get through by beating two defenders and running into the box, but his shot was blocked. Taiwo AbdulRafiu also came close, but his cross was blocked, and the follow-up was cleared. Before halftime, Seyi Oguntayo shot over the bar and Wasiu Falolu curled one just wide. Ikorodu City kept getting on our nerves in the second half. Boluwaji Sholumade's header went just over the bar after an hour. We had a hard time finding the breakthrough as the game came to an end. Samson Obi came closest with a shot from inside the box, but Atata made a great save with five minutes left. There was a late call for a penalty after Okon Aniekeme was fouled, but the referee didn't agree. We had to be happy with a point.

Rivers United News and Lineup

Ebuka Akobundu will miss the match as he works on regaining full fitness. On a positive note, Emmanuel Nnaji and Ani Ozoemena are back in training and might be ready to play. Oga Boys captain Waliu Ojetoye, goalkeeper Michael Atata, and Musa Maliq, returning from injury, are all part of the squad in Port Harcourt. Joseph Arumala will need to be closely watched to prevent him from causing trouble for Rivers United. The Oga Boys have struggled at the Adokiye Amiesimaka Stadium. They’ve lost both times they’ve played there, failing to score and conceding three goals. Their poor record continued in March when Rivers United won 1-0, with David Boluwaji Sholumade scoring the match-winning goal after a solid performance.

🔖 Rivers United Expected Lineup

Osagie Onisodumeya; Isaac Annor; Taiwo AbdulRafiu; Boluwaji David; Temple Emekayi (C); Stephen Manyo; Aniekeme Okon; Seyi Oguntayo; Zechariah Timothy; Taofeek Otaniyi; Friday Ubong

Substitutes: Ibrahim Pius; Osimaga Duke; Ogbu Ogechukwu; Sunday Chinedu; Emmanuel Nnaji; Falolu Wasiu O; Omaka Anthony; Samson Obi; Elias Ochobi E;

Technical Manager: Finidi George

Nasarawa United: Form and Statistics

Nasarawa United: Form and Statistics

Nasarawa United stayed top of the NPFL table despite a tough weekend. The Solid Miners suffered a 2–0 defeat to Ikorodu City FC in Lagos, conceding more than once for the first time this season. The match, held at the Mobolaji Johnson Arena, saw Chidera Oparaocha open the scoring in the 13th minute after a pass from Waliu Ojetoye. Joseph Arumala doubled the lead in the 68th minute, sealing Nasarawa’s second loss of the campaign. Despite several close chances from Anas Yusuf, Garba Mohammed, Jofrank Istifanus, and Ekeson Okorie, the Ikorodu goalkeeper and the woodwork kept them out. Even with the loss, Nasarawa United remain top with 19 points, four ahead of second-placed Shooting Stars on 15. The team will rest next weekend since their next opponents, Remo Stars, are on continental duty in South Africa. In Umuahia, Abia Warriors continued their strong run, beating Barau FC 2–0. Emeka Obioma scored in the 16th minute, and Sunday Megwo sealed the win in the 62nd. The result lifted Abia Warriors to 18 points—just one behind Nasarawa United, who still have a game in hand. After the match, the Nasarawa State Commissioner for Youth and Sports Development, Hon. Kwanta Yakubu, led a delegation to encourage the players in Lagos. He praised their effort and rewarded the team with ₦500,000, to be shared among players, coaches, and staff. Yakubu reminded them to stay focused and consistent if they hope to lift the league title. Barr. Danladi, who has served Nasarawa United in various roles for over twelve years, now leads the Ministry of Youth and Sports Development under Governor Abdullahi Sule. Nasarawa United currently sits at the top of the NPFL 2025/26 table with 19 points from nine matches.

Nasarawa United News and Lineup

On Saturday, Nasarawa United players and staff got ₦900,000 cash rewards for their 1–0 away victory against Bendel Insurance in Benin City, extending their perfect 2025/26 Nigeria Premier Football League season. Mohammed Garba's 93rd-minute victory at the Samuel Ogbemudia Stadium kept the Solid Miners on top of the NPFL standings with 16 points from seven matches. Soon after the whistle, the dressing room was euphoric. Nasarawa State's Commissioner for Youth and Sports Development, Hon. Kwanta Yakubu, pledged ₦500,000 and awarded the players for their perseverance. Club chairman Isaac Danladi contributed ₦200,000, while devoted fan Peter “Pepsy” Anyebe supplemented the award. The ₦900,000 contribution reflected our faith in Nasarawa United, the NPFL season's surprise package. In seven games under Salisu Yusuf, they conceded just twice and played well counterattackingly.Yet another frustrating evening for Bendel Insurance. Despite dominating play and pressing for a winner, Benin Arsenal lost focus late. Greg Ikhenoba must revive the squad after six losses. With their next match against Rangers International in Lafia, Nasarawa United will try to continue their hot streak and establish their ascension to the top is no fluke.

🔖 Nasarawa United Expected Lineup

Ameh Godwin, Abubakar Abdullahi, Mubarak Hussaini, Utake Emmanuel, Victor John, Chidera Nduka, Jofrank Istifanus, Ada Umar, Anas Yusuf, Ekeson Okorie, John Joshua.

Substitute: Chinemerem Olughu, Moses Tsehuan, King Osanga, Ojo Johnson, Salomon Chigoziem, Lawal Akanni, Mohammed Garba, Prince Ikemdinachi, Ada Umar

COACH: Mangut Mbwas

Rivers United vs Nasarawa United: Head-to-Head statistics

Rivers United vs Nasarawa United: Head-to-Head statistics

H2H STATS

In the last three matches between these two teams, the spoils have been equally shared. River United won the last encounter by a 2-1 score margin.

Rivers United vs Nasarawa United: Betting Tips & Odds

• Rivers United are unbeaten in 22 of their last 24 home matches in the Professional Football League. They’ve been strong at home, scoring an average of 0.80 goals and conceding just 0.40 goals per game.
• Nasarawa United have struggled in their last 7 away matches against Rivers United, losing each one. However, in their last 24 Professional Football League matches, they’ve remained unbeaten 20 times. On the road, Nasarawa United have won only 3 of their last 20 away games.
• Despite this, Rivers United have conceded the fewest goals and lost the fewest games in the NPFL. They also haven’t scored 2 or more goals in any home game this season.
• Nasarawa United haven’t had an away draw in 3 games. Rivers United are the best in the league for matches with under 1.5 goals.

Rivers United vs Nasarawa United match prediction, 1st November 2025

Rivers United have been playing really well at home, winning 9 of their last 10 games (90%). They've been good at both attacking and defending. Nasarawa United, on the other hand, has had a hard time away from home, winning only 3 of their last 10 games (30%). This makes them weak in this game, and Rivers United is likely to win. In their last ten games, both teams have had trouble scoring three goals. Less than 40% of those games have had more than 2.5 goals. This makes it more likely that there will be fewer than 2.5 goals. The BTTS (Both Teams to Score) trend is mixed; one team scores a lot while the other doesn't. So, it's best to use this along with other stats like wins or goals. When they play away from home, Nasarawa United often gets 8 or more corners. They'll probably try to get set-piece chances, so betting on Over 7.5 Corners might be a good idea. Our advice: There will probably be less than 2.5 goals. In 70% of their last 10 home games, Rivers United has scored 2 or fewer goals. In 70% of their last 10 away games, Nasarawa United has scored 2 or fewer goals. These trends point to a match with few goals.

Our match prediction is BTTS (yes) with odds at 1.80 on the Bet365 bookmaker.

Our betting tip is Under 2.5 total goals with odds at 1.65 on the Betway bookmaker.

Our last match prediction is Over 7.5 Corners with odds at 1.90 on 1Xbet bookmaker.