Rivers United vs Kano Pillars Prediction: The home side’s win is sacrosanct

On Saturday, Rivers United will face off against Kano Pillars at the Adokiye Amiesimaka Stadium. This highly anticipated fixture is expected to end in favor of the hosts, but it won’t be a walk in the park as the visitors will be poised to at least walk home with a point. 

Last five games: LWLLW

With two wins in their last five games, the Pride of Rivers are just three points above the relegation zone. Although they march here with a hard-fought (3-2) victory over Doma United at home, they were once again below par. Nyima Nwague was the man of the match as he found the back of the net three times while the visitors responded twice to secure the maximum point for his side. 

Before then, they suffered a back-to-back defeat in the division against Sporting Lagos and Shooting Stars. It’s extremely strange to see Rivers in 13th place on the log, and with their participation in the continental tournament, they might not make the top four this season. 

They have picked up twenty-seven points from a combined sixty and are three points above the relegation zone. Rivers United have drawn three and won seven on their ground this season. 

Last five games: WDWLL

The visitors dropped to sixth on the log following their (0-1) defeat on their ground. For the first time in fifteen home games, Kano Pillars suffered a loss on the ground as they were stunned by Abaia Warriors. Kano Pillars left hundreds of their fans devastated, as they are now six points below the league leaders. 

Kano Pillars have found the back of the net in seven of their previous eight games in the league. Kano Pillars won once, drawn twice, and lost eight away from home this season. 

Over their previous fourteen meetings, Rivers United have won six while Kano Pillars have won five and two games ending in a tie. Rivers United head here after securing a spot in the CAF Confederation knockout round. They defeated Dreams FC (2-1) to finish second in the group. They are highly motivated for this encounter, especially after losing three consecutive games on the road. At the same time, Kano Pillars have been solid on the road lately but march here with back-to-back losses in the league.

Rivers United have not been themselves this season, but they’ll likely secure the maximum points as they hope to stay away from the relegation zone; bet on a home win for 1.62.

We expect the hosts to win and score less than three goals for 1.82.

This game might end in a halftime victory for the host for 2.32.

Good luck!