Niger Tornadoes vs Sunshine Stars Prediction: Tornadoes to extend their solid home performances

NPFL week 17 encounter at Bako Stadium will see Niger Tornadoes take on Sunshine Stars. Off to this game, both teams could not secure a win in their last encounter. How will they approach this fixture?

Niger Tornadoes played Abia Warriors the previous weekend and ended on the losing end. In a game that ended 2-1, Niger Tornadoes conceded in each half, with Ijoma Antonie and Paul Samson netting for their opponent. However, despite Ahmed Family netting for this side in the last minute of the game, it was not enough to see them avoid a defeat. Heading into this game, Niger Tornadoes have one win in five competitive league games. In the meantime, this side has not lost any of their last four home matches, winning three and drawing one. 

Sunshine Stars played Enyimba International the previous time out, and they drew. In that game, Sunshine Stars had only 38 per cent control of the possession and attempted seven shots with three on targets. However, they had to rely on defensive play to avoid a defeat, with the goalkeeper saving three big chances. However, Sunshine Stars have a winless run of four games, losing twice and drawing two. Sunshine Stars have 18 points this season from 16 matches, thanks to their strong start. With ten goals scored and 16 conceded, this team sit 18th in the standings. 

Niger Tornadoes have been brilliant at home, and I expect a lot from them. While Sunshine Stars have failed to win any of their last meetings, I feel this will extend with a defeat away from home. This is a one-sided encounter, and I do not expect Niger Tornadoes to fumble this. While this will end with goals, looking at the number of goals in Tornadoes’ last matches, a bet on the home side scoring twice and winning each half is a good option.