Enyimba vs Rivers United Prediction: The People’s Elephant's experience to make the difference here

On Sunday, the most successful side in the NPFL Enyimba will lock horns with reigning champions Rivers United at the Mobolaji Johnson Stadium. The last time the Nigeria Football League imbibed this Super Six format, Enyimba International were crowned the winner with twelve points in five games.

Last four games: WDDW

The Pride of Rivers showed what they’re made of when they broke Bendel Insurance's twenty-three games unbeaten run. Rivers United failed to penetrate their opponents' defense until the final seconds of the first half when Morice Chukwu found the back of the net. The second half started with some defensive errors from Rivers United; however, they surged forward and extended their lead in the 90th minute. Bendel Insurance pulled one back through the incredible Divine Nwachukwu as it ended in a (2-1) victory for the Pride of Rivers in Lagos. Rivers United remain unbeaten in this tournament with two wins and two defeats.

Rivers United have a group of talented, well-experienced players and can pull a surprise stunt here.

Last four games: DWDW

The Elephants sit at the top of the standings following their (0-3) victory over Sunshine Stars. Mbaoma Chijoke was awarded the Man of the Match award for his phenomenal performance against Sunshine Stars. The striker scored twice while Ikenna Cooper found the back of the net once to hand their side their second win of the round. The People’s Elephants are yet to taste defeat in this round, with two wins and two draws. Enyimba Aba are one of the most successful teams in the country and are the favorite to win this title.

Head-to-Head Statistics

In the last thirteen encounters between the two teams, Enyimba have won four, Rivers United have won five, and four matches ended in a draw.

Rivers United have amassed three victories and a draw over their last four meetings against Enyimba.

All the NPFL fans in Lagos will converge at the Mobolaji Johnson Stadium on Sunday to witness this exciting game between defending champions Rivers United and Enyimba International. Both sides have been immense in this round, with eight points in their respective four games. Both teams have also kept two clean sheets in this round with the same amount of goals conceded.

Enyimba International are a top side that are used to the playoffs; in fact, their last title was won with the same format in 2019. Finidi George men are well experienced with eight titles to their name. On the other hand, Rivers United have proven to be a strong contender here. However, with the in-form leading scorer, Emeka Obioma, for the Enyimba and Onoja of Rivers United, we expect both sides to get a goal here at 2.20.

Both sides have shown defensive vulnerability in this tournament, and we expect to see more than two goals here for 2.50.

The match is expected to be a tightly contested affair, with both teams having a lot to play for. Enyimba are expected to be stronger here; bet on a home win in either half for 1.78.

Good luck!