Wikki Tourist vs Bayelsa United Prediction: Wikki Tourist to build up on current impressive form

Wikki Tourist vs Bayelsa United: Prediction and odds on the Match on 23 November 2025

The Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) keeps delivering excitement. This weekend, Bayelsa United will travel to Bauchi for a tough Matchday 14 clash against Wikki Tourists. Wikki Tourists are in 6th place with 19 points, while Bayelsa United is in 10th place with 18 points.

Wikki Tourist: Form and Statistics

Wikki Tourists FC of Bauchi handed Enyimba International FC of Aba a 1-0 defeat on Sunday in the Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) Matchday 13. The only goal came from Ahmed Abubakar in the 31st minute, giving the visitors the lead before halftime. After the match, Wikki Tourists' coach, Abdul Maikaba, expressed his joy over the result. He told his players to aim for a win, knowing that Enyimba's stadium would provide a great atmosphere for them to perform. Enyimba FC, the nine-time NPFL champions, quickly responded to reports of a 50% salary cut for players following their surprise 1-0 loss to Wikki Tourists. This defeat marked Enyimba's second home loss of the season, putting more pressure on technical adviser Stanley Eguma and his assistants, who now face suspension. The NPFL 25/26 season has introduced a new star, Abubakar Aliyu, known as "Mané" by fans and teammates. Making his professional debut this season, Mané impressed with a stunning left-footed strike from the center of the pitch against Enyimba, securing the vital goal and three points for Wikki Tourists.

Wikki Tourist News and Lineup 

Four Wikki Tourists players, along with the Technical Adviser, have earned spots in the NPFL26 Team of the Week for Matchday 13. The club has also announced a minor restructuring of its Feeder Team's technical and backroom staff. Four new appointments have been made to improve development, bring fresh ideas, and strengthen the team's structure.

🔖 Wikki Tourist Expected Lineup

Goalkeeper: Chizoba

Defenders: Saifullah (RB), Kabiru (RCB), Lawrence (LCB), Philip (LB)

Midfielders: Sani (DM), Ndala (CM), Klinshak (CM)

Forwards: Lamido (RW), Usman (CF), Nasir (LW)

Substitutes: Faisal, Barhama, Sani, Sadam, Nickson, Abubakar, Shafiu, Taiwo, Mairiga

Bayelsa United: Form and Statistics

The Prosperity Boys are in good spirits after a strong run—two wins and a draw in their last three matches. They’re slowly finding their rhythm after a tough start to the season. Meremu Okara’s team has improved defensively and gained confidence in attack. Key players have stepped up when needed. They know this positive momentum will be important as they head to the Abubakar Tafawa Balewa Stadium, where Wikki Tourists usually perform well.

Bayelsa United News and Lineup

Bayelsa United has shown some inconsistency, with 2 wins, 1 draw, and 2 losses in their last five games. They’ve scored 5 goals, averaging 1 goal per match, but have conceded 6 goals, averaging 1.20 goals per game. This highlights both their offensive potential and defensive concerns. To succeed in this matchup, they’ll need to improve their resilience and tighten up defensively.

🔖 Bayelsa United Expected Lineup

Clinton Ezekiel (GK), Issa Yusuf, Saro Loveday, Victor Peter, Chinedu Sunday, Edwin Ayiba (C), . Ogundare Arise, Kehinde Malik, Sheddy Kenneth, Ifeanyi Ogba, Emo James

Substitutes: Chisom, Ofem, Fabby, Stanley, Kelvin, Williams, Nupe, Ebimobowei Peter

Coach: Coach Okara

Wikki Tourist vs Bayelsa United Head-to-Head statistics

Bayelsa United won their last visit to Bauchi, defeating Wikki Tourists 2-0 with goals from Stephen Wisdom and Robert Mizo. In their past 6 meetings, Wikki Tourists have struggled, losing 67% of those encounters against Bayelsa United.

Wikki Tourist vs Bayelsa United: Betting Tips & Odds

• Wikki Tourists have won 3 of their last 5 matches, while Bayelsa United has won 2. Both teams have scored 5 goals in that time, showing similar attacking strength, which suggests a close match ahead.
• Bayelsa United has a psychological edge, having won 2-0 in their last two meetings with Wikki Tourists, despite their current form.

Wikki Tourist vs Bayelsa United match prediction, 23rd November 2025

Wikki Tourists have won 67% of their last 6 home matches, while Bayelsa United has won 50% of their recent games. Both teams will be eager to make a statement, setting up a competitive match. Wikki will be focused on defending their home ground and keeping their momentum, having lost just once in their last 5 league matches. They are compact, disciplined, and dangerous on the counter, which could challenge Bayelsa United's defense and focus. Bayelsa United's goal will be clear: keep their unbeaten run going, stay strong at the back, and take advantage of any chances. Another good result on the road will boost their confidence and push them higher in the standings.

Our match prediction is Wikki Tourist to win with odds at 1.65 on the 1Xbet bookmaker.

Our betting tip is 1-0 Correct score with odds at 4.50 on the Bet365 bookmaker.

Our last match prediction is Under 3.5 total goals with odds at 1.90 on Betway bookmaker.