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Rangers International vs Bendel - H2H Analysis, Preview & Predictions

Nigeria Nigeria

NPFL 2025/2026 Nnamdi Azikiwe Stadium, Enugu
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Match Events

15' Event
Obaje G.
41' Event
Oweilayefa A.
65' Event
Obaje G.
(Penalty)

AI Match Summary

The NPFL 2025/2026 game between Rangers International and Bendel finished 2-1, a result that aligned with the model's pre-match lean toward Rangers International.

Win Probability Meter

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

49%
Rangers International
15%
Draws
36%
Bendel
Draw rate projection: 15% Favored: Rangers International

Model Confidence

Aggregate indicator score

49% / Medium Confidence
  • Look at the last few games and Rangers International come out ahead of Bendel on wins alone.
  • Rangers International are the model's pick here, 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 91%
Over 1.5 Goals 81.5%
Over 2.5 Goals 25%
Over 3.5 Goals 22%
Over 4.5 Goals 10%
Both Teams To Score (BTTS) 32.8%
Rangers International Clean Sheet 68%
Bendel Clean Sheet 10%

Recent Team Form Analysis

Averages per match over historical game filters

Metric Rangers International Bendel
Matches Played 29 29
Wins 17 14
Draws 8 6
Losses 4 9
Goals Scored 1.55 1.52
Goals Conceded 0.83 1.24
Expected Goals (xG) 1.69 1.44
Expected Goals Conceded (xGA) 1.10 1.40

H2H

Historical prediction success rates across key markets

May 10, 2026 NPFL
Rangers International vs Bendel
2:1
Dec 13, 2025 NPFL
Bendel vs Rangers International
1:1
Apr 16, 2025 Federation Cup
Bendel vs Rangers International
0:1
Apr 5, 2025 NPFL
Bendel vs Rangers International
0:0
Nov 17, 2024 NPFL
Rangers International vs Bendel
3:2

Key Player Impact Analysis

Key performers and expected goal involvement factors

Rangers International Compare

Top Goalscorer Obaje G.
1 Goals
Avg xG / game 1.3
Avg xA / game 0.84

Bendel Compare

Top Goalscorer Oweilayefa A.
1 Goals
Avg xG / game 1.31
Avg xA / game 0.8

SokaPicks Momentum Index

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

Rangers International 50 / 100
Bendel 26 / 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
Rangers International Bendel

AI Prediction Engine Forecast

Simulated score frequencies and primary prediction markets

Primary Pick Rangers International Win (1)
Secondary Pick Under 2.5 Goals or BTTS No
Correct Score 1:0
BTTS Outcome No (NG)
Over/Under Pick Under 2.5

SokaPicks Smart Insights

Historical trends and unique patterns automatically detected by our system

Attacking prowess: Rangers International scored in 76% of their last 29 outings.

Bendel has conceded goals in 69% of their last 29 outings.

These sides typically produce 2.20 goals when they meet.

Rangers International went unbeaten in 4 of their last 5 games.

Scoring Trends

Rangers International VS Bendel
1.5 Goals Scored 1.88
1 Goals Conceded 1.88
75% Over 1.5 88%
38% Over 2.5 88%
13% Over 3.5 38%

Recent Form & Match History

Rangers International

(Home)
04 Oct
Rangers International
3 : 1
Abia Warriors
30 Sept
Warri Wolves
0 : 1
Rangers International
27 Sept
Ikorodu City
2 : 0
Rangers International
23 Sept
Rangers International
1 : 0
Ranchers Bees
20 Sept
Kun Khalifa
2 : 4
Rangers International
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Bendel

(Away)
04 Oct
Bendel
4 : 1
Barau
27 Sept
Abia Warriors
3 : 0
Bendel
23 Sept
Bendel
2 : 1
Ikorodu City
19 Sept
Ranchers Bees
2 : 1
Bendel
13 Sept
Bendel
4 : 2
Kun Khalifa
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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
Promotion - CAF Champions League (Qualification)
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