Gombe United vs Akwa United Prediction: Hosts will end their winless run

Gombe Township Stadium, Pantami, will be the venue for the NPFL Round 26 encounter between Gombe United and Akwa United, both struggling with relegation. Here's a preview of the match along with some betting opportunities.

Gombe United secured just one win in their last five matches, a 2-0 home victory over Sporting Lagos. They suffered defeats against Enyimba, Bendel Insurance, and Plateau United, with a draw against Shooting Stars. Gombe United scored three goals and conceded 11 in these matches, averaging 0.76 goals per game. Despite receiving 44 yellow cards and one red card, their possession average is 49.60%.

Akwa United won two matches against Enyimba and Bendel Insurance but faced defeats against Bayelsa United, Sporting Lagos, and Shooting Stars. They scored seven goals and conceded five in these matches, averaging 0.92 goals scored and 1.12 conceded in away games. Akwa United's possession average is 48.42%.

Expect a tight contest as neither team will want to suffer a defeat. Although Akwa United has dominated this fixture historically, their current form is below par, especially away from home. Gombe United, desperate to avoid relegation, must take this game seriously. Therefore, in what promises to be a competitive encounter, a low-scoring game with Gombe United clinching all three points is the preferred outcome.