Nasarawa United and Niger Tornadoes face each other on Sunday 01.18.2026, at 15:00 (UK Time), in a NPFL 2025/26 match. The game will take place at Nasarawa United's home ground, the Lafia Township Stadium.

Our team of analysts has crafted predictions for the clash between Nasarawa United and Niger Tornadoes, 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 Nasarawa United vs Niger Tornadoes

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Nasarawa United Win

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👉 Our prediction is: Nasarawa United to win

Nasarawa United vs Niger Tornadoes has all the makings of a competitive battle between two sides that are both eyeing an important win. But we are ever so slightly leaning toward Nasarawa United to win on the 1X2 market.

Nasarawa United will enjoy home advantage, which they have capitalised on with their strong form at home. They remain good value to win with their odds, and we expect them to pay out those odds with all three points at home.

👉 Our prediction is: Nasarawa United to win the 1st half

Nasarawa United comes into their match with Niger Tornadoes with a lot going for them. Apart from being the superior side based on form and statistics, they also have the added advantage of being at home.

The odds for an outright home win on the 1X2 market are not that appealing, so we recommend taking Nasarawa United to win the first half to get the most value out of your bet.

Nasarawa United preview

Nasarawa United heads into the match with the following record in the NPFL: in 20 matches, Nasarawa United secured 9 victories, 5 draws, and 6 losses, maintaining an average of 1.6 points per game.

Taking a broader look at Nasarawa United's 2025/26 season, the team has achieved a total of 9 victories so far.

Nasarawa United has been effective in the offense, scoring a total of 17 goals, of which 17 were scored in the NPFL, resulting in an average of 0.85 goals per game.

Individually, the standout performer is Anas Yusuf, who has found the back of the net 6 times. However, he is not alone in driving the offense. Hussaini Mubarak has taken on the role of the team's main playmaker, leading with 1 assists.

On the defensive side, Nasarawa United has conceded 13 goals in the NPFL (an average of 0.65 per game) and 13 goals throughout the entire season, with an average of 0.65 per match in the 2025/26 campaign.

Niger Tornadoes preview

Niger Tornadoes comes into the game with 20 matches played so far in the NPFL. They have secured 9 victories, 2 draws, and 9 losses, maintaining an average of 1.45 points per game in the competition.

Across all competitions in the 2025/26 season, the team has recorded 9 wins, 2 draws, and 9 losses.

Niger Tornadoes's attack has been highly effective, scoring 25 goals during this period. Of that total, 25 were netted in the NPFL, with an average of 1.25 goals per game. The overall season average is 1.25.

Niger Tornadoes's offensive system is led by Abdulrasheed Shehu Dabai, 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, Abdulrasheed Shehu Dabai. The midfielder has contributed with 3 assists.

On the defensive side, the team has conceded 17 goals with an average of 0.85 per game in the championship. For the whole season, the team conceded 17 goals in 20 matches, averaging 0.85 per match.

Head to head: Nasarawa United vs Niger Tornadoes

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Home Team

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Nasarawa United

Nigeria - NPFL

Form Last 5 PPG
Overall L L D D W

1.6

Home L D W W D

2.3

Away L D L D L

0.9

Away Team

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Niger Tornadoes

Nigeria - NPFL

Form Last 5 PPG
Overall L W L W L

1.45

Home W W W W L

2.5

Away L L L L L

0.4

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Published on 18 January 2026, at 12:10 Last updated on 18 January 2026, at 12:10
Author: Amauri Barbosa

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