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Bendel vs Niger Tornadoes - H2H Analysis, Preview & Predictions
Nigeria
NPFL 
AI Match Summary
Bendel host Niger Tornadoes in the NPFL. This one's hard to separate. Niger Tornadoes have shipped 0.93 goals a game lately, while Bendel have conceded 1.32 and scored 1.54. Head-to-head, Bendel have won 2 to Niger Tornadoes's 1, with 2 draws. They last met on Feb 1, 2026, ending 2:2. xG projections (1.44 - 1.19) back Bendel to edge this. The model's pick is Home (1) to win or Over 2.5 goals.
Win Probability Meter
Derived from 10,000 simulations matching home advantage & form profiles
Model Confidence
Aggregate indicator score
- Bendel have won more games recently than Niger Tornadoes.
- Hard to split these two; draw probability sits at 39%.
- Regular NPFL form gives a decent read on both sides.
- High conversion rates suggest a high-scoring game (Over 2.5 Probability: 78%).
Goal Probability Engine
Model estimations for goals markets based on xG conversion histories
Recent Team Form Analysis
Averages per match over historical game filters
| Metric | Bendel | Niger Tornadoes |
|---|---|---|
| Matches Played | 28 | 29 |
| Wins | 13 | 8 |
| Draws | 6 | 11 |
| Losses | 9 | 10 |
| Goals Scored | 1.54 | 0.72 |
| Goals Conceded | 1.32 | 0.93 |
| Expected Goals (xG) | 1.44 | 1.19 |
| Expected Goals Conceded (xGA) | 1.10 | 1.40 |
H2H
Historical prediction success rates across key markets
SokaPicks Momentum Index
Current performance index incorporating opponent strength & fatigue (0-100)
Attack & Defence Capability Index
AI Prediction Engine Forecast
Simulated score frequencies and primary prediction markets
SokaPicks Smart Insights
Historical trends and unique patterns automatically detected by our system
Attacking prowess: Bendel scored in 75% of their last 28 outings.
Games between these two average 2.80 goals.
Solid form: Bendel remains unbeaten in 3 of 5 recent matches.
Niger Tornadoes has conceded goals in 52% of their last 29 outings.
Scoring Trends
Recent Form & Match History
Bendel
(Home)Niger Tornadoes
(Away)League Standings
| Pos | Team | P | W | D | L | GD | Pts |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Rivers United | 11 | 4 | 6 | 1 | 15:5 | 18 |
| 2 | Rangers International | 9 | 5 | 3 | 1 | 15:10 | 18 |
| 3 | Bendel | 10 | 6 | 0 | 4 | 18:15 | 18 |
| 4 | Kano Pillars | 11 | 4 | 6 | 1 | 14:11 | 18 |
| 5 | Nasarawa United | 11 | 5 | 2 | 4 | 11:10 | 17 |
| 6 | Plateau United | 11 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 18:14 | 16 |
| 7 | Barau | 11 | 3 | 7 | 1 | 13:10 | 16 |
| 8 | Niger Tornadoes | 11 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 9:8 | 16 |
| 9 | Katsina Utd | 11 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 14:15 | 16 |
| 10 | Shooting | 11 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 16:15 | 15 |
| 11 | Sporting Lagos | 10 | 4 | 3 | 3 | 14:13 | 15 |
| 12 | Doma United | 10 | 4 | 3 | 3 | 13:13 | 15 |
| 13 | Ikorodu City | 11 | 3 | 5 | 3 | 15:13 | 14 |
| 14 | Warri Wolves | 11 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 7:8 | 13 |
| 15 | Kwara | 11 | 3 | 3 | 5 | 12:13 | 12 |
| 16 | Kun Khalifa | 11 | 3 | 3 | 5 | 9:16 | 12 |
| 17 | Enyimba International | 11 | 3 | 2 | 6 | 12:15 | 11 |
| 18 | Abia Warriors | 11 | 2 | 4 | 5 | 10:17 | 10 |
| 19 | Ranchers Bees | 10 | 2 | 3 | 5 | 11:14 | 9 |
| 20 | Inter Lagos | 11 | 1 | 3 | 7 | 6:20 | 3 |
