Sport Picks
Niger Tornadoes vs Bendel
Nigeria
NPFL 2025/2026 Bako Kontagora Stadium, Minna 
Match Events
2'
2'
Anthony N.
40'
40'
Nwosu C.
59'
59'
Dalhatu A.
AI Match Summary
The NPFL 2025/2026 game between Niger Tornadoes and Bendel finished 2-2.
Win Probability Meter
Derived from 10,000 simulations matching home advantage & form profiles
46%
15%
39%
Draw rate projection: 15% Favored: Niger Tornadoes
Model Confidence
Aggregate indicator score
15%
/ Low Confidence
- Bendel carry the better recent record into this one.
- Hard to split these two; draw probability sits at 40%.
- This is a straightforward league game — the season-long numbers should hold up.
- 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 85%
Over 1.5 Goals 62.5%
Over 2.5 Goals 25%
Over 3.5 Goals 22%
Over 4.5 Goals 10%
Both Teams To Score (BTTS) 29.6%
Niger Tornadoes Clean Sheet 68%
Bendel Clean Sheet 68%
Recent Team Form Analysis
Averages per match over historical game filters
| Metric | Niger Tornadoes | Bendel |
|---|---|---|
| Matches Played | 28 | 28 |
| Wins | 8 | 13 |
| Draws | 8 | 7 |
| Losses | 12 | 8 |
| Goals Scored | 0.89 | 1.5 |
| Goals Conceded | 1.11 | 1.21 |
| Expected Goals (xG) | 1.25 | 1.44 |
| Expected Goals Conceded (xGA) | 1.10 | 1.40 |
H2H
Historical prediction success rates across key markets
Feb 1, 2026 NPFL
Niger Tornadoes vs Bendel
2:2
Sep 13, 2025 NPFL
Bendel vs Niger Tornadoes
1:0
Feb 16, 2025 NPFL
Bendel vs Niger Tornadoes
3:0
Sep 29, 2024 NPFL
Niger Tornadoes vs Bendel
1:1
Apr 3, 2024 NPFL
Bendel vs Niger Tornadoes
1:3
Key Player Impact Analysis
Key performers and expected goal involvement factors
Niger Tornadoes Compare
Top Goalscorer Dalhatu A.
1 Goals Assists Leader Mendos R.
1 Ast
Avg xG / game 0.96
Avg xA / game 0.63
Bendel Compare
Top Goalscorer Anthony N.
1 Goals Assists Leader Nwosu C.
1 Ast
Avg xG / game 1.31
Avg xA / game 0.8
SokaPicks Momentum Index
Current performance index incorporating opponent strength & fatigue (0-100)
Niger Tornadoes 42 / 100
Bendel 40 / 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
Niger Tornadoes Bendel
AI Prediction Engine Forecast
Simulated score frequencies and primary prediction markets
Primary Pick Draw (X)
Secondary Pick Under 2.5 Goals or BTTS No
Correct Score 0:0
BTTS Outcome No (NG)
Over/Under Pick Under 2.5
SokaPicks Smart Insights
Historical trends and unique patterns automatically detected by our system
Bendel has conceded goals in 68% of their last 28 outings.
H2H data points to 2.80 goals as a typical output.
Solid form: Niger Tornadoes remains unbeaten in 3 of 5 recent matches.
Away concern: Bendel has suffered 3 losses in 5 recent matches.
Scoring Trends
Niger Tornadoes VS Bendel
1 Goals Scored 1.88
1 Goals Conceded 1.5
50% Over 1.5 75%
38% Over 2.5 63%
25% Over 3.5 38%
Recent Form & Match History
Niger Tornadoes
(Home) 19 Sept
Katsina Utd
1 : 0 Niger Tornadoes
14 Sept
Niger Tornadoes
1 : 1 Plateau United
06 Sept
Kano Pillars
3 : 2 Niger Tornadoes
30 Aug
Niger Tornadoes
2 : 1 Enyimba International
24 May
Niger Tornadoes
1 : 0 Shooting
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14 Sept
Niger Tornadoes
1 : 1 Plateau United
30 Aug
Niger Tornadoes
2 : 1 Enyimba International
24 May
Niger Tornadoes
1 : 0 Shooting
03 May
Niger Tornadoes
2 : 2 Kwara
12 Apr
Niger Tornadoes
0 : 0 Rangers International
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Bendel
(Away) 19 Sept
Ranchers Bees
2 : 1 Bendel
13 Sept
Bendel
4 : 2 Kun Khalifa
06 Sept
Nasarawa United
1 : 0 Bendel
30 Aug
Bendel
2 : 1 Warri Wolves
06 Jun
Bendel
3 : 4 El Kanemi Warriors
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19 Sept
Ranchers Bees
2 : 1 Bendel
06 Sept
Nasarawa United
1 : 0 Bendel
10 May
Rangers International
2 : 1 Bendel
19 Apr
Wikki Tourists
1 : 2 Bendel
05 Apr
Kano Pillars
4 : 0 Bendel
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League Standings
| Pos | Team | P | W | D | L | GD | Pts |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Rangers International | 38 | 19 | 11 | 8 | 47:27 | 68 |
| 2 | Rivers United | 38 | 19 | 10 | 9 | 44:31 | 67 |
| 3 | Shooting | 38 | 18 | 6 | 14 | 41:40 | 60 |
| 4 | Ikorodu City | 38 | 16 | 10 | 12 | 43:39 | 58 |
| 5 | Bendel | 38 | 14 | 14 | 10 | 44:38 | 56 |
| 6 | Nasarawa United | 38 | 16 | 8 | 14 | 37:34 | 56 |
| 7 | Abia Warriors | 38 | 16 | 7 | 15 | 31:34 | 55 |
| 8 | Barau | 38 | 13 | 13 | 12 | 34:30 | 52 |
| 9 | Katsina Utd | 38 | 14 | 10 | 14 | 36:39 | 52 |
| 10 | Plateau United | 38 | 15 | 5 | 18 | 39:40 | 50 |
| 11 | Enyimba International | 38 | 13 | 10 | 15 | 44:42 | 49 |
| 12 | Kun Khalifa | 38 | 13 | 10 | 15 | 42:40 | 49 |
| 13 | Warri Wolves | 38 | 13 | 10 | 15 | 36:41 | 49 |
| 14 | Niger Tornadoes | 38 | 13 | 9 | 16 | 37:36 | 48 |
| 15 | Kano Pillars | 38 | 15 | 6 | 17 | 34:39 | 48 |
| 16 | Kwara | 38 | 13 | 11 | 14 | 32:36 | 47 |
| 17 | Remo Stars | 38 | 14 | 5 | 19 | 42:47 | 47 |
| 18 | El Kanemi Warriors | 38 | 13 | 8 | 17 | 27:46 | 47 |
| 19 | Bayelsa United | 38 | 11 | 10 | 17 | 37:42 | 43 |
| 20 | Wikki Tourists | 38 | 9 | 13 | 16 | 36:48 | 40 |
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