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Nasarawa United vs Ikorodu City

Nigeria Nigeria

Federation Cup Lafia Township Stadium
Wed, Jun 17, 2026
1 - 2
03:00 PM
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AI Match Summary

Nasarawa United play Ikorodu City in the Federation Cup. It looks like a close match. Recently, Nasarawa United averaged 1.13 goals scored and 1.03 conceded. Ikorodu City averaged 1.27 goals scored and 1.2 conceded. In past meetings, Nasarawa United won 2, Ikorodu City won 2, and they drew 1. Their last match on Jun 17, 2026 ended 1:2. Our numbers estimate xG of 1.75 for Nasarawa United and 1.63 for Ikorodu City. This points to a Ikorodu City double chance or over markets.

Win Probability Meter

Derived from 10,000 simulations matching home advantage & form profiles

39%
Nasarawa United
18%
Draws
43%
Ikorodu City
Draw rate projection: 18% Favored: Ikorodu City

Model Confidence

Aggregate indicator score

70% / Medium Confidence
  • Nasarawa United picked up more points recently compared to Ikorodu City.
  • Model forecasts higher goal threat for the host (1.75 vs 1.63 xG).
  • Past meetings show a clear pattern favoring the visitors.
  • Strong defensive structures favor a low-scoring, controlled fixture.

Goal Probability Engine

Model estimations for goals markets based on xG conversion histories

Over 0.5 Goals 92%
Over 1.5 Goals 60%
Over 2.5 Goals 46%
Over 3.5 Goals 28%
Over 4.5 Goals 14%
Both Teams To Score (BTTS) 43%
Nasarawa United Clean Sheet 14%
Ikorodu City Clean Sheet 10%
First Half Goal 54%
Second Half Goal 57%

Recent Team Form Analysis

Averages per match over historical game filters

Metric Nasarawa United Ikorodu City
Matches Played 30 30
Wins 12 15
Draws 6 4
Losses 12 11
Goals Scored 1.13 1.27
Goals Conceded 1.03 1.2
Expected Goals (xG) 1.50 2.00
Expected Goals Conceded (xGA) 1.25 2.00

H2H

Historical prediction success rates across key markets

Jun 17, 2026 Federation Cup
Nasarawa United vs Ikorodu City
1:2
Mar 8, 2026 NPFL
Nasarawa United vs Ikorodu City
1:0
Oct 19, 2025 NPFL
Ikorodu City vs Nasarawa United
2:0
Feb 15, 2025 NPFL
Nasarawa United vs Ikorodu City
0:0
Sep 28, 2024 NPFL
Ikorodu City vs Nasarawa United
1:2

Key Player Impact Analysis

Key performers and expected goal involvement factors

Nasarawa United Compare

Top Goalscorer Amadi B.
1 Goals
Avg xG / game 1.15
Avg xA / game 0.75

Ikorodu City Compare

Top Goalscorer Ayoola I.
1 Goals
Avg xG / game 1.82
Avg xA / game 1.11

Sokapicks Momentum Index

Current performance index incorporating opponent strength & fatigue (0-100)

Nasarawa United 38 / 100
Ikorodu City 41 / 100
How it's calculated: Weighted formula of recent form points (60%), goal margin trends (20%), home/away adjustments (10%), and squad impact availability ratings (10%).

Attack & Defence Capability Index

ATTACK DEFENCE POSSESSION DISCIPLINE
Nasarawa United Ikorodu City

Prediction Engine Forecast

Simulated score frequencies and primary prediction markets

Primary Pick Double Chance: Ikorodu City or Draw (X2)
Secondary Pick Under 3.5 Goals
First Half Result Draw (HT)
BTTS Outcome No (NG)
Over/Under Pick Under 2.5

Value Bet Detector (+EV)

Matches where our model probability exceeds implied bookmaker odds

1X2 Home Win
Value Edge +26%
3.23
Goals Over/Under Over 2.5 Goals
Value Edge +15%
2.50
*EV represents Expected Value. A positive value edge means the bookmaker has priced the selection significantly below its true statistical likelihood.

Attacking Heatmaps & Shot Locations

Dynamic heat overlays computed from tactical zone entries

Nasarawa United attacking → ← attacking Ikorodu City

Sokapicks Smart Insights

Historical trends and unique patterns automatically detected by our system

Nasarawa United scored in 63% of their last 30 games.

Ikorodu City let in goals in 63% of their last 30 matches.

Games between these two average 1.80 goals.

Nasarawa United went unbeaten in 3 of their last 5 games.

Ikorodu City lost 1 of their last 5 games.

Interactive Team Comparison Slider

Side-by-side comparison of team metrics

42 Points in last 5 49
1.50 Goals expected (xG) 2.00
1.25 Goals conceded expected (xGA) 2.00