Kwara United vs Kano Pillars Prediction: The hosts will return to winning ways

Kwara United will lock horns against Kano Pillars FC in their attempt to return to winning ways at the Kwara State Complex Stadium on Sunday. The hosts, who have now gone three consecutive matches without a breakthrough, must be careful against the guests, who are blessed with attacking players. 

Kwara United (12th)

Last five games: WWLDL

The Northern-based side suffered their eleventh defeat of the season as they were beaten hands down by Sunshine Stars. The game, which was played on a neutral ground, started off with five goals at the break. It was an open encounter as Sunshine Stars found the back of the net four times while Kwara United responded twice on the road. This was after their toothless stalemate at home against Abia Warriors. 

Kwara United are five points above the relegation spot, and a defeat here will move them closer to the danger zone. Tunde Sanni's men have been in fine form at home lately, picking up thirty points from a possible thirty-nine.

Kano Pillars (10th)

Last five games: WWDWW

The Sai Masu Gida Boys have now gone five games without a loss since February 2024. It has been an impressive run for Kano Pillars, who have been at the top of their game, although four of the five matches have been played on their home turf. Kano Pillars head here with a decent performance against Enugu Rangers. They returned from a goal down to secure all the points against such an organised side. 

Kano Pillars have picked up forty-two points from a combined eighty-one, scoring thirty-two and conceding thirty-three. 

Usman Abdallah's men have won two, lost eight and drew three on the road this season. 

Expert Betting Tips

Over their previous ten meetings, Kwara United have managed four wins while Kano Pillars have won five times and a game ending in a tie. Kano Pillars have been firing on all cylinders in recent games, winning four of their last five league games, although all victories were on their ground. I’m not fully impressed and will not be carried away, as I believe Kwara United will test their ability tomorrow. 

Kwara United's only means of survival in the league this campaign is to consistently rack up points at home, as they have now lost eight consecutive matches away from home. Given the home advantage and Kwara United's resilience on their turf, I’ll opt for a home win or draw and BTTS here since the guests have scored in their last three away games for 2.90 at (Betway).

The guests are likely to get a goal here, so a total of over 2.5 goals here for 2.44 at (1xbet).

I also think both teams might settle for a halftime stalemate for 1.95 at (Bet365).

Good luck!