Sport Picks
Rivers United vs Bendel
Nigeria
NPFL 2025/2026 Yakubu Gowon Stadium, Port Harcourt 
Match Events
46'
46'
Sub
Sholumade D. In: Martins B.
Out: Sholumade D.
46'
46'
Sub
Otaniyi T. In: Iyowuna D.
Out: Otaniyi T.
53'
53'
Chijioke M.
AI Match Summary
The NPFL 2025/2026 game between Rivers United and Bendel finished 3-1, a result that aligned with the model's pre-match lean toward Rivers United.
Win Probability Meter
Derived from 10,000 simulations matching home advantage & form profiles
47%
20%
33%
Draw rate projection: 20% Favored: Rivers United
Model Confidence
Aggregate indicator score
20%
/ Low Confidence
- Look at the last few games and Bendel come out ahead of Rivers United on wins alone.
- 36% — that's where the model lands on Rivers United taking it.
- 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 98%
Over 1.5 Goals 87.5%
Over 2.5 Goals 38%
Over 3.5 Goals 22%
Over 4.5 Goals 10%
Both Teams To Score (BTTS) 70.6%
Rivers United Clean Sheet 16%
Bendel Clean Sheet 10%
Recent Team Form Analysis
Averages per match over historical game filters
| Metric | Rivers United | Bendel |
|---|---|---|
| Matches Played | 31 | 29 |
| Wins | 14 | 15 |
| Draws | 6 | 8 |
| Losses | 11 | 6 |
| Goals Scored | 1.35 | 1.52 |
| Goals Conceded | 1.19 | 1.07 |
| Expected Goals (xG) | 1.75 | 1.44 |
| Expected Goals Conceded (xGA) | 1.10 | 1.40 |
H2H
Historical prediction success rates across key markets
Mar 8, 2026 NPFL
Rivers United vs Bendel
3:1
Nov 6, 2025 NPFL
Bendel vs Rivers United
0:0
Jan 30, 2025 NPFL
Rivers United vs Bendel
2:2
Sep 8, 2024 NPFL
Bendel vs Rivers United
0:0
Jun 12, 2024 NPFL
Bendel vs Rivers United
2:1
Key Player Impact Analysis
Key performers and expected goal involvement factors
Rivers United Compare
Top Goalscorer Chijioke M.
1 Goals Assists Leader Samuel W.
1 Ast
Avg xG / game 1.35
Avg xA / game 0.88
Bendel Compare
Top Goalscorer Akuneto C.
1 Goals Avg xG / game 1.31
Avg xA / game 0.8
SokaPicks Momentum Index
Current performance index incorporating opponent strength & fatigue (0-100)
Rivers United 36 / 100
Bendel 33 / 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
Rivers United Bendel
AI Prediction Engine Forecast
Simulated score frequencies and primary prediction markets
Primary Pick Draw (X)
Secondary Pick Under 2.5 Goals or BTTS Yes
Correct Score 1:1
BTTS Outcome Yes (GG)
Over/Under Pick Under 2.5
SokaPicks Smart Insights
Historical trends and unique patterns automatically detected by our system
Attacking prowess: Rivers United scored in 74% of their last 31 outings.
H2H data points to 2.20 goals as a typical output.
Recent resilience: Rivers United stayed unbeaten in 4 of the last 5 games.
Bendel's defensive record shows goals conceded in 59% of 29 matches.
Scoring Trends
Rivers United VS Bendel
2.25 Goals Scored 1.63
1.25 Goals Conceded 1.25
100% Over 1.5 75%
75% Over 2.5 63%
38% Over 3.5 25%
Recent Form & Match History
Rivers United
(Home) 05 Sept
San Pedro
1 : 1 Rivers United
30 Aug
Rivers United
2 : 0 Plateau United
06 Jun
Rivers United
2 : 3 Nasarawa United
01 Jun
Rivers United
3 : 2 Rangers International
24 May
Rivers United
3 : 0 Katsina Utd
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30 Aug
Rivers United
2 : 0 Plateau United
06 Jun
Rivers United
2 : 3 Nasarawa United
01 Jun
Rivers United
3 : 2 Rangers International
24 May
Rivers United
3 : 0 Katsina Utd
03 May
Rivers United
3 : 0 Abia Warriors
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Bendel
(Away) 30 Aug
Bendel
2 : 1 Warri Wolves
06 Jun
Bendel
3 : 4 El Kanemi Warriors
01 Jun
Bendel
3 : 1 Crown FC
24 May
Bendel
1 : 1 Remo Stars
10 May
Rangers International
2 : 1 Bendel
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10 May
Rangers International
2 : 1 Bendel
19 Apr
Wikki Tourists
1 : 2 Bendel
05 Apr
Kano Pillars
4 : 0 Bendel
22 Mar
Warri Wolves
0 : 0 Bendel
08 Mar
Rivers United
3 : 1 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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