Plateau United and Rivers United face each other on Thursday 12.11.2025, at 15:00 (UK Time), in a NPFL 2025/26 match. The game will take place at Plateau United's home ground, the Jos International Stadium.
Our team of analysts has crafted predictions for the clash between Plateau United and Rivers 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 Plateau United vs Rivers United
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Under 2.5 Goals
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Plateau United preview
Plateau United heads into the match with the following record in the NPFL: in 15 matches, Plateau United secured 6 victories, 0 draws, and 9 losses, maintaining an average of 1.2 points per game.
Taking a broader look at Plateau United's 2025/26 season, the team has achieved a total of 6 victories so far.
Plateau United has been effective in the offense, scoring a total of 13 goals, of which 13 were scored in the NPFL, resulting in an average of 0.87 goals per game.
Individually, the standout performer is Gideon Monday, who has found the back of the net 5 times. However, he is not alone in driving the offense. Pam Mafeng has taken on the role of the team's main playmaker, leading with 1 assists.
On the defensive side, Plateau United has conceded 19 goals in the NPFL (an average of 1.27 per game) and 19 goals throughout the entire season, with an average of 1.27 per match in the 2025/26 campaign.
Rivers United preview
Rivers United comes into the game with 11 matches played so far in the NPFL. They have secured 6 victories, 4 draws, and 1 losses, maintaining an average of 2 points per game in the competition.
Across all competitions in the 2025/26 season, the team has recorded 8 wins, 6 draws, and 4 losses.
Rivers United's attack has been highly effective, scoring 15 goals during this period. Of that total, 10 were netted in the NPFL, with an average of 0.91 goals per game. The overall season average is 0.83.
Rivers United's offensive system is led by Ubong Friday, the team's top scorer this season. The nigerian midfielder has found the back of the net 2 times. He is supported by the team's best assist provider, Timothy Zechariah. The midfielder has contributed with 1 assists.
On the defensive side, the team has conceded 5 goals with an average of 0.45 per game in the championship. For the whole season, the team conceded 12 goals in 18 matches, averaging 0.67 per match.
Head to head: Plateau United vs Rivers United
Review the head-to-head record between the teams, featuring key data to support your match prediction.
Plateau United
Nigeria - NPFL
| Form | Last 5 | PPG |
|---|---|---|
| Overall | W L L W L |
1.2 |
| Home | W W W W W |
2.57 |
| Away | L L L L L |
0 |
| Stats | Overall | Home | Away |
|---|---|---|---|
| Win % | 40% | 86% | 0% |
| Goals | 2.13 | 1.86 | 2.38 |
| Scored | 0.87 | 1.43 | 0.38 |
| Conceded | 1.27 | 0.43 | 2 |
| Both Teams to Score | 33% | 29% | 38% |
| Without Conceding | 33% | 71% | 0% |
| Failed To Score | 33% | 0% | 63% |
| 1st to Score | 53% | 86% | 25% |
|
xG
|
1.37 | 1.69 | 1 |
|
xGA
|
1.38 | 1.06 | 1.76 |
Rivers United
Nigeria - NPFL
| Form | Last 5 | PPG |
|---|---|---|
| Overall | D W W W L |
2 |
| Home | W W L W W |
2.5 |
| Away | D W D D D |
1.4 |
| Stats | Overall | Home | Away |
|---|---|---|---|
| Win % | 55% | 83% | 20% |
| Goals | 1.36 | 1.67 | 1 |
| Scored | 0.91 | 1.17 | 0.6 |
| Conceded | 0.45 | 0.5 | 0.4 |
| Both Teams to Score | 36% | 33% | 40% |
| Without Conceding | 64% | 67% | 60% |
| Failed To Score | 18% | 0% | 40% |
| 1st to Score | 53% | 67% | 60% |
|
xG
|
1.47 | 1.72 | 1.11 |
|
xGA
|
0.95 | 0.79 | 1.18 |
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