Rivers United vs Watanga FC Prediction: Rivers United will be victorious

The Nigerian Professional League winners will host the Liberian colossus at the Adokiye Amiesimaka Stadium on Sunday. The visitors are new in the competition after winning the Liberian Championship for the first time, while the hosts will strive to move past the group phase this time.

Rivers United (Nigeria)

The Pride of Rivers were crowned the champions after wrapping the season with seventy-seven points. They were formidable in all their matches last season and won with a seven-point lead at the top.

They racked up twenty-two points away from home in the division in one of the best records in the history of the tournament.

The last time they were in this competition was in 2017; after winning the first round, they were knocked out by Sudan's Al-Merrikh 4–3 on aggregate.

Matanga FC (Liberia)

The Liberian giants won the title for the first time last season and secured the title with forty-two points in twenty-two games. They are fresh in this competition; however, they are an exciting team with players that can hurt teams.

Expert Betting Tips

Rivers United are embarking on its second journey in this competition, and the administration has promised them a significant bonus if they win. We expect them to secure the three points here for 1.53.

It's going to be hard getting a point away from home, and that's why the Rivers United team will ensure victory at home. Bet on a home win and over 1.5 goals for 2.02.

A halftime home win won't be a bad idea for 2.10.

Good luck!