Ikorodu City and Bayelsa United face each other on Sunday 02.22.2026, at 15:00 (UK Time), in a NPFL 2025/26 match. The game will take place at Ikorodu City's home ground, the Onikan Stadium.
Our team of analysts has crafted predictions for the clash between Ikorodu City and Bayelsa United, grounded in an in-depth statistical analysis of both sides. We aim to empower bettors with reliable insights, delivering today’s top free betting tip to support smarter, more profitable choices.
APWin predictions for Ikorodu City vs Bayelsa United
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Under 2.5 Goals
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Ikorodu City preview
Ikorodu City heads into the match with the following record in the NPFL: in 26 matches, Ikorodu City secured 12 victories, 8 draws, and 6 losses, maintaining an average of 1.69 points per game.
Taking a broader look at Ikorodu City's 2025/26 season, the team has achieved a total of 12 victories so far.
Ikorodu City has been effective in the offence, scoring a total of 25 goals, of which 25 were scored in the NPFL, resulting in an average of 0.96 goals per game.
Individually, the standout performer is Christian Chidera Oparaocha, who has found the back of the net 3 times. However, he is not alone in driving the offence. Waliu Ojetoye has taken on the role of the team's main playmaker, leading with 2 assists.
On the defensive side, Ikorodu City has conceded 15 goals in the NPFL (an average of 0.58 per game) and 15 goals throughout the entire season, with an average of 0.58 per match in the 2025/26 campaign.
Bayelsa United preview
Bayelsa United comes into the game with 26 matches played so far in the NPFL. They have secured 7 victories, 9 draws, and 10 losses, maintaining an average of 1.15 points per game in the competition.
Across all competitions in the 2025/26 season, the team has recorded 7 wins, 9 draws, and 10 losses.
Bayelsa United's attack has been highly effective, scoring 21 goals during this period. Of that total, 21 were netted in the NPFL, with an average of 0.81 goals per game. The overall season average is 0.81.
Bayelsa United's offensive system is led by James Emo, the team's top scorer this season. The nigerian midfielder has found the back of the net 4 times. He is supported by the team's best assist provider, James Emo. The midfielder has contributed with 2 assists.
On the defensive side, the team has conceded 28 goals with an average of 1.08 per game in the championship. For the whole season, the team conceded 28 goals in 26 matches, averaging 1.08 per match.
Head to head: Ikorodu City vs Bayelsa United
Review the head-to-head record between the teams, featuring key data to support your match prediction.
Ikorodu City
Nigeria - NPFL
| Form | Last 5 | PPG |
|---|---|---|
| Overall | W W L W L |
1.69 |
| Home | W W W W D |
2.54 |
| Away | W L L L L |
0.85 |
| Stats | Overall | Home | Away |
|---|---|---|---|
| Win % | 46% | 77% | 15% |
| Goals | 1.54 | 1.38 | 1.69 |
| Scored | 0.96 | 1.23 | 0.69 |
| Conceded | 0.58 | 0.15 | 1 |
| Both Teams to Score | 27% | 15% | 38% |
| Without Conceding | 62% | 85% | 38% |
| Failed To Score | 31% | 15% | 46% |
| 1st to Score | 46% | 77% | 15% |
|
xG
|
1.39 | 1.56 | 0.94 |
|
xGA
|
1.12 | 0.91 | 1.66 |
Bayelsa United
Nigeria - NPFL
| Form | Last 5 | PPG |
|---|---|---|
| Overall | D D L D D |
1.15 |
| Home | D D W L W |
1.46 |
| Away | D L D L L |
0.85 |
| Stats | Overall | Home | Away |
|---|---|---|---|
| Win % | 27% | 38% | 15% |
| Goals | 1.88 | 1.92 | 1.85 |
| Scored | 0.81 | 1 | 0.62 |
| Conceded | 1.08 | 0.92 | 1.23 |
| Both Teams to Score | 46% | 46% | 46% |
| Without Conceding | 23% | 31% | 15% |
| Failed To Score | 42% | 38% | 46% |
| 1st to Score | 46% | 38% | 31% |
|
xG
|
1.27 | 1.58 | 1.03 |
|
xGA
|
1.56 | 0.92 | 2.06 |
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