Rangers have progressed to the second preliminary round of the CAF Champions League after defeating Beninese club Sobemap FC 5-4 in a penalty shootout.

The Nigerian champions were held to a 1-1 draw in the second leg of their first preliminary-round tie at Stade de Kegue in Lome on Friday. The result left the aggregate score level at 2-2.

Rangers went ahead in the 22nd minute when Sobemap FC conceded an own goal. However, the hosts responded and equalised with 25 minutes remaining.

Neither team was able to find a decisive goal during regulation time, meaning the tie had to be settled from the penalty spot.

Rangers converted enough of their penalties to win the shootout 5-4 and book their place in the next stage of the competition.

Fidelis Ilechukwu’s team will face Algerian giants MC Alger in the second preliminary round.

By Adeboye Amosu

Inter Lagos face Sporting Lagos on September 13, with kick-off scheduled for 15:00 GMT. The match brings two Nigerian clubs together in a fixture where both sides will be looking to establish momentum early in the campaign.

Inter Lagos have scored no goals so far this season, while Sporting Lagos have also yet to score. That record gives the game added importance for both attacks, with the first goal potentially having a major influence on the contest.

The key statistics of the players of both teams this season:

Assists: (Inter Lagos) — 0 assists, (Sporting Lagos) — 0 assists.Goalkeepers saves: (Inter Lagos) — 0, (Sporting Lagos) — 0Tackles: (Inter Lagos) — 0, (Sporting Lagos) — 0.Most encounters won: (Inter Lagos) — 0, (Sporting Lagos) — 0.

Top 5 scorers this season:

(0)

(0)

Team statistics:

The meeting is expected to be closely fought, particularly because neither side has created a scoring advantage in the campaign to date. Inter Lagos will have home support behind them, while Sporting Lagos will aim to remain organised away from home and take advantage of any opportunity on the counter-attack.

The five previous matches played by the teams:

Inter Lagos — LLSporting Lagos — L

Inter Lagos’ recent form is recorded as LL, while Sporting Lagos’ latest form indicator is L. Neither team has been able to build a strong attacking run before this fixture, making an improved performance in the final third one of the central issues at kick-off.

According to home statistics this season, Inter Lagos scores more goals and concedes more in the following intervals:

IntervalsGoal Scored, %Goals conceded, %0-15100.00%33.33%16-30 33.33%31-4533.33% 46-6061-7576-9091-105

Sporting Lagos has the following time frames of scoring and conceding goals:

Intervals

Goal Scored, %

Goals conceded, %

0-15

50.00%

16-30

50.00%

31-45

46-60

61-75

76-90

91-105

Head-to-head stats:

Teams

Games

Win

Draws

Losses

H

A

H

A

H

A

Inter Lagos

0

0

0

0

0

0

0

Sporting Lagos

0

0

0

0

0

0

Probabilities before the match:

Inter Lagos

Sporting Lagos

40.0%

Winning the game40.0%

100%Attack potential

100%40%

Potential in defense40%

0%Strength against each other

0%0%

Goal Potential0%

Summary: the probability of Sporting Lagos winning – 33%, draw – 33%, loss – 33%. Thus Inter Lagos, most likely, win (win or draw)

Goal Forecast:Inter Lagos, is likely to score None goals, Sporting Lagos is likely to score no more than None.

The bookmaker odds for this match:

Home win

Draw

Away win

0

0

0

Save the date

The match between the teams Inter Lagos and Sporting Lagos will take place on September 13 at 15:00 (GMT) at the stadium .

Barau FC face Ranchers Bees on 13 September at 15:00 GMT, with both teams looking to make a stronger start after failing to score in the opening phase of the season.

The match is an important early test in the league campaign. Neither side has scored this season, making the first goal a potentially decisive moment in a fixture where both teams will be searching for confidence and a platform to build on.

The key statistics of the players of both teams this season:

Assists: (Barau FC) — 0 assists, (Ranchers Bees) — 0 assists.Goalkeepers saves: (Barau FC) — 0, (Ranchers Bees) — 0Tackles: (Barau FC) — 0, (Ranchers Bees) — 0.Most encounters won: (Barau FC) — 0, (Ranchers Bees) — 0.

Top 5 scorers this season:

(0)

(0)

Team statistics:

Barau FC’s recent form is listed as WD, while Ranchers Bees’ last-five record is LW. The limited sequence points to an even contest, although the two teams will want a more consistent run of results as the season develops.

The five previous matches played by the teams:

Barau FC — WDRanchers Bees — LW

Barau have shown greater stability in their home fixtures. They have recorded one win, one draw and no defeats at home this season. Their biggest home victory is 3-1, while they have not recorded a home defeat in the available league record.

According to home statistics this season, Barau FC scores more goals and concedes more in the following intervals:

IntervalsGoal Scored, %Goals conceded, %0-1516-30 31-45 46-6061-7576-9091-105

Ranchers Bees has the following time frames of scoring and conceding goals:

Intervals

Goal Scored, %

Goals conceded, %

0-15

100.00%

33.33%

16-30

33.33%

31-45

33.33%

46-60

61-75

76-90

91-105

Head-to-head stats:

Teams

Games

Win

Draws

Losses

H

A

H

A

H

A

Barau FC

0

0

0

0

0

0

0

Ranchers Bees

0

0

0

0

0

0

Probabilities before the match:

Barau FC

Ranchers Bees

62.0%

Winning the game62.0%

38%Attack potential

38%75%

Potential in defense75%

0%Strength against each other

0%0%

Goal Potential0%

Summary: the probability of Ranchers Bees winning – 10%, draw – 45%, loss – 45%. Thus Barau FC, most likely, win (win or draw)

Goal Forecast:Barau FC, is likely to score -4.5 goals, Ranchers Bees is likely to score no more than -2.5.

The bookmaker odds for this match:

Home win

Draw

Away win

0

0

0

Save the date

The match between the teams Barau FC and Ranchers Bees will take place on September 13 at 15:00 (GMT) at the stadium .

Barau FC face Ranchers Bees on 13 September at 15:00 GMT, with both teams looking to make a stronger start after failing to score in the opening phase of the season.

The match is an important early test in the league campaign. Neither side has scored this season, making the first goal a potentially decisive moment in a fixture where both teams will be searching for confidence and a platform to build on.

The key statistics of the players of both teams this season:

Assists: (Barau FC) — 0 assists, (Ranchers Bees) — 0 assists.Goalkeepers saves: (Barau FC) — 0, (Ranchers Bees) — 0Tackles: (Barau FC) — 0, (Ranchers Bees) — 0.Most encounters won: (Barau FC) — 0, (Ranchers Bees) — 0.

Top 5 scorers this season:

(0)

(0)

Team statistics:

Barau FC’s recent form is listed as WD, while Ranchers Bees’ last-five record is LW. The limited sequence points to an even contest, although the two teams will want a more consistent run of results as the season develops.

The five previous matches played by the teams:

Barau FC — WDRanchers Bees — LW

Barau have shown greater stability in their home fixtures. They have recorded one win, one draw and no defeats at home this season. Their biggest home victory is 3-1, while they have not recorded a home defeat in the available league record.

According to home statistics this season, Barau FC scores more goals and concedes more in the following intervals:

IntervalsGoal Scored, %Goals conceded, %0-1516-30 31-45 46-6061-7576-9091-105

Ranchers Bees has the following time frames of scoring and conceding goals:

Intervals

Goal Scored, %

Goals conceded, %

0-15

100.00%

33.33%

16-30

33.33%

31-45

33.33%

46-60

61-75

76-90

91-105

Head-to-head stats:

Teams

Games

Win

Draws

Losses

H

A

H

A

H

A

Barau FC

0

0

0

0

0

0

0

Ranchers Bees

0

0

0

0

0

0

Probabilities before the match:

Barau FC

Ranchers Bees

62.0%

Winning the game62.0%

38%Attack potential

38%75%

Potential in defense75%

0%Strength against each other

0%0%

Goal Potential0%

Summary: the probability of Ranchers Bees winning – 10%, draw – 45%, loss – 45%. Thus Barau FC, most likely, win (win or draw)

Goal Forecast:Barau FC, is likely to score -4.5 goals, Ranchers Bees is likely to score no more than -2.5.

The bookmaker odds for this match:

Home win

Draw

Away win

0

0

0

Save the date

The match between the teams Barau FC and Ranchers Bees will take place on September 13 at 15:00 (GMT) at the stadium .

Barau FC face Ranchers Bees on 13 September at 15:00 GMT, with both teams looking to make a stronger start after failing to score in the opening phase of the season.

The match is an important early test in the league campaign. Neither side has scored this season, making the first goal a potentially decisive moment in a fixture where both teams will be searching for confidence and a platform to build on.

The key statistics of the players of both teams this season:

Assists: (Barau FC) — 0 assists, (Ranchers Bees) — 0 assists.Goalkeepers saves: (Barau FC) — 0, (Ranchers Bees) — 0Tackles: (Barau FC) — 0, (Ranchers Bees) — 0.Most encounters won: (Barau FC) — 0, (Ranchers Bees) — 0.

Top 5 scorers this season:

(0)

(0)

Team statistics:

Barau FC’s recent form is listed as WD, while Ranchers Bees’ last-five record is LW. The limited sequence points to an even contest, although the two teams will want a more consistent run of results as the season develops.

The five previous matches played by the teams:

Barau FC — WDRanchers Bees — LW

Barau have shown greater stability in their home fixtures. They have recorded one win, one draw and no defeats at home this season. Their biggest home victory is 3-1, while they have not recorded a home defeat in the available league record.

According to home statistics this season, Barau FC scores more goals and concedes more in the following intervals:

IntervalsGoal Scored, %Goals conceded, %0-1516-30 31-45 46-6061-7576-9091-105

Ranchers Bees has the following time frames of scoring and conceding goals:

Intervals

Goal Scored, %

Goals conceded, %

0-15

100.00%

33.33%

16-30

33.33%

31-45

33.33%

46-60

61-75

76-90

91-105

Head-to-head stats:

Teams

Games

Win

Draws

Losses

H

A

H

A

H

A

Barau FC

0

0

0

0

0

0

0

Ranchers Bees

0

0

0

0

0

0

Probabilities before the match:

Barau FC

Ranchers Bees

62.0%

Winning the game62.0%

38%Attack potential

38%75%

Potential in defense75%

0%Strength against each other

0%0%

Goal Potential0%

Summary: the probability of Ranchers Bees winning – 10%, draw – 45%, loss – 45%. Thus Barau FC, most likely, win (win or draw)

Goal Forecast:Barau FC, is likely to score -4.5 goals, Ranchers Bees is likely to score no more than -2.5.

The bookmaker odds for this match:

Home win

Draw

Away win

0

0

0

Save the date

The match between the teams Barau FC and Ranchers Bees will take place on September 13 at 15:00 (GMT) at the stadium .

Shooting Stars will host Kano Pillars on September 13, with kick-off scheduled for 15:00 GMT, as both sides begin their campaign with the opportunity to make an early statement.

Neither team has scored this season, so the fixture represents a fresh start rather than a meeting shaped by a long run of results. Shooting Stars will have home advantage, while Kano Pillars will aim to leave with points from their opening away assignment.

The key statistics of the players of both teams this season:

Assists: (Shooting Stars) — 0 assists, (Kano Pillars) — 0 assists.Goalkeepers saves: (Shooting Stars) — 0, (Kano Pillars) — 0Tackles: (Shooting Stars) — 0, (Kano Pillars) — 0.Most encounters won: (Shooting Stars) — 0, (Kano Pillars) — 0.

Top 5 scorers this season:

(0)

(0)

Team statistics:

The match is expected to be decided by which side settles first, manages possession better and makes the most of its chances. With the season still at its early stage, one successful attack or defensive mistake could have a significant effect on the outcome.

The five previous matches played by the teams:

Shooting Stars — WKano Pillars — DW

Shooting Stars will look to use home advantage to begin the season positively. The club’s immediate objective will be to build momentum, and a victory against Kano Pillars would provide an important platform for the matches ahead.

According to home statistics this season, Shooting Stars scores more goals and concedes more in the following intervals:

IntervalsGoal Scored, %Goals conceded, %0-1550.00%100.00%16-30 50.00%31-45 46-6061-7576-9091-105

Kano Pillars has the following time frames of scoring and conceding goals:

Intervals

Goal Scored, %

Goals conceded, %

0-15

16-30

31-45

46-60

61-75

76-90

91-105

Head-to-head stats:

Teams

Games

Win

Draws

Losses

H

A

H

A

H

A

Shooting Stars

0

0

0

0

0

0

0

Kano Pillars

0

0

0

0

0

0

Probabilities before the match:

Shooting Stars

Kano Pillars

54.0%

Winning the game54.0%

29%Attack potential

29%80%

Potential in defense80%

71%Strength against each other

71%57%

Goal Potential57%

Summary: the probability of Kano Pillars winning – 10%, draw – 45%, loss – 45%. Thus Shooting Stars, most likely, win (win or draw)

Goal Forecast:Shooting Stars, is likely to score -3.5 goals, Kano Pillars is likely to score no more than -3.5.

The bookmaker odds for this match:

Home win

Draw

Away win

0

0

0

Save the date

The match between the teams Shooting Stars and Kano Pillars will take place on September 13 at 15:00 (GMT) at the stadium Lekan Salami Stadium.

Rivers United face Warri Wolves on 13 September at 15:00 GMT, with both sides looking to make an early statement in the league campaign.

Rivers United go into the fixture with the stronger home record from the available season figures. They have won their listed home match without suffering a defeat, while Warri Wolves have yet to record an away victory and were beaten in their only listed game on the road.

The key statistics of the players of both teams this season:

Assists: (Rivers United) — 0 assists, (Warri Wolves) — 0 assists.Goalkeepers saves: (Rivers United) — 0, (Warri Wolves) — 0Tackles: (Rivers United) — 0, (Warri Wolves) — 0.Most encounters won: (Rivers United) — 0, (Warri Wolves) — 0.

Top 5 scorers this season:

(0)

(0)

Team statistics:

That contrast gives Rivers United the edge before kick-off, although Warri Wolves will see the match as an opportunity to change their away fortunes quickly. A positive result would provide an important lift and give the visitors a platform for the matches ahead.

The five previous matches played by the teams:

Rivers United — WWarri Wolves — L

The game also presents a chance for both teams to establish their attacking rhythm. Neither side has registered a league goal in the season figures provided, which places added importance on the first decisive moment. An early goal could change the tempo of the contest and force the other team to take greater risks.

According to home statistics this season, Rivers United scores more goals and concedes more in the following intervals:

IntervalsGoal Scored, %Goals conceded, %0-1550.00%16-30 50.00%31-45 46-6061-7576-9091-105

Warri Wolves has the following time frames of scoring and conceding goals:

Intervals

Goal Scored, %

Goals conceded, %

0-15

100.00%

50.00%

16-30

50.00%

31-45

46-60

61-75

76-90

91-105

Head-to-head stats:

Teams

Games

Win

Draws

Losses

H

A

H

A

H

A

Rivers United

4

2

1

0

0

0

1

Warri Wolves

1

0

0

0

1

2

Probabilities before the match:

Rivers United

Warri Wolves

61.7%

Winning the game61.7%

67%Attack potential

67%100%

Potential in defense100%

60%Strength against each other

60%58%

Goal Potential58%

Summary: the probability of Warri Wolves winning – 10%, draw – 45%, loss – 45%. Thus Rivers United, most likely, win (win or draw)

Goal Forecast:Rivers United, is likely to score -3.5 goals, Warri Wolves is likely to score no more than -1.5.

The bookmaker odds for this match:

Home win

Draw

Away win

0

0

0

Save the date

The match between the teams Rivers United and Warri Wolves will take place on September 13 at 15:00 (GMT) at the stadium Yakubu Gowon Stadium.

Niger Tornadoes host Plateau United on 13 September at 15:00 GMT, with both sides looking for their first goals of the season.

Neither team has scored so far, making the opening goal a key factor in a fixture that could be decided by a single moment. Niger Tornadoes will have home advantage, while Plateau United will aim to remain organised and take confidence from their recent results.

The key statistics of the players of both teams this season:

Assists: (Niger Tornadoes) — 0 assists, (Plateau United) — 0 assists.Goalkeepers saves: (Niger Tornadoes) — 0, (Plateau United) — 0Tackles: (Niger Tornadoes) — 0, (Plateau United) — 0.Most encounters won: (Niger Tornadoes) — 0, (Plateau United) — 0.

Top 5 scorers this season:

(0)

(0)

Team statistics:

Niger Tornadoes’ available recent form sequence is WL, while Plateau United’s is LW. The contrasting runs give both teams reason to believe they can take control of the match, although their lack of goals this season means neither side has yet established a reliable attacking pattern.

The five previous matches played by the teams:

Niger Tornadoes — WLPlateau United — LW

The match will be Niger Tornadoes’ opportunity to make home advantage count. Playing in front of their supporters should encourage a positive start, but the hosts will need to turn possession and pressure into clear chances. A slow opening could increase the importance of set-pieces, second balls and defensive errors.

According to home statistics this season, Niger Tornadoes scores more goals and concedes more in the following intervals:

IntervalsGoal Scored, %Goals conceded, %0-1550.00%100.00%16-30 50.00%31-45 46-6061-7576-9091-105

Plateau United has the following time frames of scoring and conceding goals:

Intervals

Goal Scored, %

Goals conceded, %

0-15

100.00%

50.00%

16-30

50.00%

31-45

46-60

61-75

76-90

91-105

Head-to-head stats:

Teams

Games

Win

Draws

Losses

H

A

H

A

H

A

Niger Tornadoes

0

0

0

0

0

0

0

Plateau United

0

0

0

0

0

0

Probabilities before the match:

Niger Tornadoes

Plateau United

56.6%

Winning the game56.6%

80%Attack potential

80%33%

Potential in defense33%

62%Strength against each other

62%58%

Goal Potential58%

Summary: the probability of Plateau United winning – 10%, draw – 45%, loss – 45%. Thus Niger Tornadoes, most likely, win (win or draw)

Goal Forecast:Niger Tornadoes, is likely to score -3.5 goals, Plateau United is likely to score no more than -1.5.

The bookmaker odds for this match:

Home win

Draw

Away win

0

0

0

Save the date

The match between the teams Niger Tornadoes and Plateau United will take place on September 13 at 15:00 (GMT) at the stadium Bako Kontagora Stadium.

Enugu Rangers host Nasarawa United on 13 September at 15:00 GMT in a league fixture that gives both sides an early opportunity to build momentum.

Rangers will have home advantage at the start of a new campaign, while Nasarawa United face the challenge of taking points on the road. With the season still at its opening stage, the match offers both teams a chance to establish a positive position in the league table.

The key statistics of the players of both teams this season:

Assists: (Enugu Rangers) — 0 assists, (Nasarawa United) — 0 assists.Goalkeepers saves: (Enugu Rangers) — 0, (Nasarawa United) — 0Tackles: (Enugu Rangers) — 0, (Nasarawa United) — 0.Most encounters won: (Enugu Rangers) — 0, (Nasarawa United) — 0.

Top 5 scorers this season:

(0)

(0)

Team statistics:

The fixture is also an important test of how quickly the two sides can turn preparation into competitive form. Rangers will aim to use the support of their home crowd to control the match, while Nasarawa United will look for a disciplined performance and a result away from home.

The five previous matches played by the teams:

Enugu Rangers — DNasarawa United — LW

Enugu Rangers go into the game with a recent form record of D. That result underlines the need for a more decisive performance, particularly in a home match where expectations will be high.

According to home statistics this season, Enugu Rangers scores more goals and concedes more in the following intervals:

IntervalsGoal Scored, %Goals conceded, %0-1516-30 31-45 46-6061-7576-9091-105

Nasarawa United has the following time frames of scoring and conceding goals:

Intervals

Goal Scored, %

Goals conceded, %

0-15

100.00%

16-30

31-45

46-60

61-75

76-90

91-105

Head-to-head stats:

Teams

Games

Win

Draws

Losses

H

A

H

A

H

A

Enugu Rangers

4

1

0

1

0

0

2

Nasarawa United

2

0

0

1

0

1

Probabilities before the match:

Enugu Rangers

Nasarawa United

47.2%

Winning the game47.2%

33%Attack potential

33%75%

Potential in defense75%

40%Strength against each other

40%56%

Goal Potential56%

Summary: the probability of Nasarawa United winning – 45%, draw – 45%, loss – 10%. Thus Enugu Rangers, most likely, loss (loss or draw)

Goal Forecast:Enugu Rangers, is likely to score -2.5 goals, Nasarawa United is likely to score no more than -2.5.

The bookmaker odds for this match:

Home win

Draw

Away win

0

0

0

Save the date

The match between the teams Enugu Rangers and Nasarawa United will take place on September 13 at 15:00 (GMT) at the stadium Nnamdi Azikiwe Stadium.

Kwara United host Katsina United on 13 September at 15:00 GMT, with both sides looking for a first goal and a first clear step forward in the new league season.

Neither team has scored this season, making the match at Kwara United’s home ground an opportunity for either side to change the early direction of its campaign. The opening stages of the season have yet to establish a settled league picture, but the result could provide an important platform for the winner.

The key statistics of the players of both teams this season:

Assists: (Kwara United) — 0 assists, (Katsina United) — 0 assists.Goalkeepers saves: (Kwara United) — 0, (Katsina United) — 0Tackles: (Kwara United) — 0, (Katsina United) — 0.Most encounters won: (Kwara United) — 0, (Katsina United) — 0.

Top 5 scorers this season:

(0)

(0)

Team statistics:

Kwara United’s recent recorded form is listed as D-L, while Katsina United’s is D. Those results suggest a closely fought contest rather than a fixture with a clear favourite. Both teams will know that a disciplined performance may be enough to decide a game in which attacking confidence has not yet been established.

The five previous matches played by the teams:

Kwara United — DLKatsina United — D

The match is scheduled for 15:00 GMT and will be played at Kwara United’s home venue. Home advantage gives the hosts the responsibility of taking the initiative, while Katsina United can look to stay compact and frustrate their opponents before seeking opportunities on the counter-attack.

According to home statistics this season, Kwara United scores more goals and concedes more in the following intervals:

IntervalsGoal Scored, %Goals conceded, %0-15100.00%16-30 31-45 46-6061-7576-9091-105

Katsina United has the following time frames of scoring and conceding goals:

Intervals

Goal Scored, %

Goals conceded, %

0-15

16-30

31-45

46-60

61-75

76-90

91-105

Head-to-head stats:

Teams

Games

Win

Draws

Losses

H

A

H

A

H

A

Kwara United

2

1

1

0

0

0

0

Katsina United

0

0

0

0

1

1

Probabilities before the match:

Kwara United

Katsina United

50.7%

Winning the game50.7%

67%Attack potential

67%25%

Potential in defense25%

71%Strength against each other

71%63%

Goal Potential63%

Summary: the probability of Katsina United winning – 10%, draw – 45%, loss – 45%. Thus Kwara United, most likely, win (win or draw)

Goal Forecast:Kwara United, is likely to score -2.5 goals, Katsina United is likely to score no more than -2.5.

The bookmaker odds for this match:

Home win

Draw

Away win

0

0

0

Save the date

The match between the teams Kwara United and Katsina United will take place on September 13 at 15:00 (GMT) at the stadium Kwara Sports Stadium.

Bendel Insurance will host Kun Khalifat FC on 13 September, with kick-off scheduled for 15:00 GMT. The match brings together two sides seeking an important early-season result as the league campaign begins to take shape.

Bendel Insurance go into the fixture with home advantage, while Kun Khalifat FC will look to extend their unbeaten away record. The visitors have drawn both of their away matches this season, making them a difficult team to overcome on the road.

The key statistics of the players of both teams this season:

Assists: (Bendel Insurance) — 0 assists, (Kun Khalifat FC) — 0 assists.Goalkeepers saves: (Bendel Insurance) — 0, (Kun Khalifat FC) — 0Tackles: (Bendel Insurance) — 0, (Kun Khalifat FC) — 0.Most encounters won: (Bendel Insurance) — 0, (Kun Khalifat FC) — 0.

Top 5 scorers this season:

(0)

(0)

Team statistics:

The result could provide an early indication of how both clubs may approach the campaign. Bendel Insurance will be expected to take the initiative in front of their home supporters, while Kun Khalifat FC are likely to prioritise defensive organisation and use the counter-attack when opportunities arise.

The five previous matches played by the teams:

Bendel Insurance — WLKun Khalifat FC — DD

The two teams have made contrasting starts in their recent results. Bendel Insurance’s latest form sequence is recorded as WL, while Kun Khalifat FC’s is DD. Those results suggest that Bendel have already shown they can respond positively in a match, whereas Kun Khalifat have been involved in close contests without separating themselves from their opponents.

According to home statistics this season, Bendel Insurance scores more goals and concedes more in the following intervals:

IntervalsGoal Scored, %Goals conceded, %0-1550.00%50.00%16-30 50.00%50.00%31-45 46-6061-7576-9091-105

Kun Khalifat FC has the following time frames of scoring and conceding goals:

Intervals

Goal Scored, %

Goals conceded, %

0-15

16-30

31-45

46-60

61-75

76-90

91-105

Head-to-head stats:

Teams

Games

Win

Draws

Losses

H

A

H

A

H

A

Bendel Insurance

0

0

0

0

0

0

0

Kun Khalifat FC

0

0

0

0

0

0

Probabilities before the match:

Bendel Insurance

Kun Khalifat FC

66.7%

Winning the game66.7%

100%Attack potential

100%0%

Potential in defense0%

80%Strength against each other

80%60%

Goal Potential60%

Summary: the probability of Kun Khalifat FC winning – 10%, draw – 45%, loss – 45%. Thus Bendel Insurance, most likely, win (win or draw)

Goal Forecast:Bendel Insurance, is likely to score -1.5 goals, Kun Khalifat FC is likely to score no more than None.

The bookmaker odds for this match:

Home win

Draw

Away win

0

0

0

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The match between the teams Bendel Insurance and Kun Khalifat FC will take place on September 13 at 15:00 (GMT) at the stadium Samuel Ogbemudia Stadium.

Abia Warriors host Ikorodu City on 13 September at 15:00 GMT, with both sides looking to make an early statement in the league campaign.

The match gives Abia Warriors the benefit of home advantage, while Ikorodu City will aim to disrupt that advantage with a disciplined away performance. With the season still at an early stage, the result could provide an important foundation for both teams as they begin to build momentum.

The key statistics of the players of both teams this season:

Assists: (Abia Warriors) — 0 assists, (Ikorodu City) — 0 assists.Goalkeepers saves: (Abia Warriors) — 0, (Ikorodu City) — 0Tackles: (Abia Warriors) — 0, (Ikorodu City) — 0.Most encounters won: (Abia Warriors) — 0, (Ikorodu City) — 0.

Top 5 scorers this season:

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Team statistics:

Abia Warriors’ recent form is listed as a draw followed by a defeat, while Ikorodu City’s available record shows a win. That gives the visitors a slight edge in terms of immediate confidence, although the difference is small and the conditions of those previous matches will not determine Saturday’s outcome.

The five previous matches played by the teams:

Abia Warriors — DLIkorodu City — W

The home side will need to improve their response after the defeat in their recent sequence. A strong start, controlled possession and a more direct attacking approach could help Abia Warriors put pressure on Ikorodu City from the opening minutes.

According to home statistics this season, Abia Warriors scores more goals and concedes more in the following intervals:

IntervalsGoal Scored, %Goals conceded, %0-1516-30 31-45 46-6061-7576-9091-105

Ikorodu City has the following time frames of scoring and conceding goals:

Intervals

Goal Scored, %

Goals conceded, %

0-15

33.33%

100.00%

16-30

33.33%

31-45

33.33%

46-60

61-75

76-90

91-105

Head-to-head stats:

Teams

Games

Win

Draws

Losses

H

A

H

A

H

A

Abia Warriors

0

0

0

0

0

0

0

Ikorodu City

0

0

0

0

0

0

Probabilities before the match:

Abia Warriors

Ikorodu City

37.5%

Winning the game37.5%

0%Attack potential

0%20%

Potential in defense20%

50%Strength against each other

50%55%

Goal Potential55%

Summary: the probability of Ikorodu City winning – 45%, draw – 45%, loss – 10%. Thus Abia Warriors, most likely, loss (loss or draw)

Goal Forecast:Abia Warriors, is likely to score None goals, Ikorodu City is likely to score no more than -3.5.

The bookmaker odds for this match:

Home win

Draw

Away win

0

0

0

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The match between the teams Abia Warriors and Ikorodu City will take place on September 13 at 15:00 (GMT) at the stadium Umuahia Township Stadium.

Nigeria’s Falconets produced a much-improved defensive display to hold China to a 0-0 draw in their second Group F match at the 2026 FIFA U-20 Women’s World Cup in Poland, Nigeriasoccernet.com reports.

The result keeps Nigeria’s hopes of reaching the knockout stage alive after Moses Aduku’s side suffered a 2-0 defeat to Spain in their opening game.

Aduku made changes to his starting lineup for the encounter, including Benfica new signing Janet Akekoromowei, who missed the opening fixture because of documentation issues in Portugal.

China, who began their campaign with an emphatic 5-0 victory over New Caledonia, started on the front foot and almost took the lead inside two minutes.

Li Chenyu’s long-range effort from the left beat the Nigerian defence but struck the crossbar, while Huang Jiaxin later sent a free-kick over the bar from the edge of the box in the 24th minute.

The Falconets gradually grew into the contest and created their own opportunities, with Akekoromowei coming close in the 32nd minute when her free-kick forced a strong save from Chinese goalkeeper Liu Chen.

Nigeria threatened again five minutes later after a defensive mistake presented an opportunity on the counter, but Akekoromowei’s low effort from outside the area went narrowly wide.

China continued to pose problems after the restart, with Chen Ruilin forcing a spill from the Nigerian goalkeeper with an angled effort in the 53rd minute, although the follow-up failed to produce a goal.

Nigeria thought they had been handed a golden opportunity in the 63rd minute when a handball by Huang Jiaxin resulted in a penalty.

However, a VAR review overturned the decision, denying the Falconets the chance to take the lead.

China continued to search for the breakthrough, with Yu Xingyue shooting over in the 69th minute before Yu Jiaqi’s header from a cross was saved by the Nigerian goalkeeper four minutes later.

Neither side could find the decisive goal as the match ended without a breakthrough, giving both teams a point.

Nigeria’s qualification hopes will now go down to their final Group F fixture against New Caledonia on Sunday, September 13.

The Falconets will need to win that encounter and could also require favourable results elsewhere in the group to secure their place in the knockout rounds.

Spain have already booked their place in the last 16 after thrashing New Caledonia 11-0 earlier on Thursday.

The top two teams in each group will qualify automatically for the round of 16, while the four best third-placed teams across the groups will also advance.

Fulham defender Calvin Bassey has urged his teammates to stay united and follow Marco Silva’s instructions closely as they prepare for a difficult Premier League encounter against Liverpool at Anfield on Saturday, Nigeriasoccernet.com reports.

The Cottagers travel to Merseyside looking to end a difficult run after losing their opening three league matches of the season.

Fulham suffered a 1-0 defeat to Sunderland last weekend and will now face a Liverpool side that has remained unbeaten in the league so far this campaign.

Bassey has started every Premier League match for Fulham this season and has continued to play an important role in the club’s defence.

The Nigeria international knows the scale of the challenge awaiting his side but believes careful preparation could give them a chance of getting a positive result at Anfield.

“It’s not going to be easy,” Bassey told the club’s website.

“You know what’s coming when you play Liverpool; they have top players. It’s just about doing our homework and seeing how we can hurt them.”

Fulham have struggled to find consistency in their opening fixtures, with defeats to Chelsea and Crystal Palace coming after they were unable to score more goals than their opponents before Sunderland’s disciplined defence proved too difficult to break down.

Bassey revealed that the players have been working closely with Silva to understand what needs to improve, while also stressing the importance of carrying out the manager’s instructions on the pitch.

“We talk with the manager about everything that might not have worked, and try and go into every game understanding more what he wants from us individually as players.”

“He’ll set us up in the right way to tackle Liverpool.”

The Super Eagles defender will once again be expected to play a key role at the heart of Fulham’s defence as they attempt to secure their first Premier League points of the season at one of the toughest grounds in English football.

Nigeria’s U20 women’s national team, the Falconets, were held to a 0-0 draw by China PR in their second Group F match at the 2026 FIFA U20 Women’s World Cup in Poland.

The match took place at Arena Sosnowiec on Thursday evening, with neither side able to find a decisive goal despite a closely contested encounter.

Coach Moses Aduku’s team made the brighter start and created the first clear opening in the 17th minute, when Janet Akekoromowei threatened the China PR defence.

Nigeria grew in confidence as the first half progressed. Kafayat Mafisere won a corner in the 33rd minute, before Akekoromowei went close again in the 38th minute and during added time.

The Falconets finished the opening period firmly on the front foot, but China PR also created opportunities before the interval.

Huang Jiaxin, Zhou Xinyi and Song Lijuan each tested Nigeria’s defence with attempts on goal, while Xue Sifan delivered two dangerous corners. Nigeria goalkeeper Christiana Uzoma responded well, and the backline stood firm to ensure the teams went into half-time level.

China PR made a change at the start of the second half, bringing on Chen Ruilin for Xiao Yafei. The substitution gave the Asian side greater attacking momentum, with Chen, Xue and Huang all registering efforts.

Nigeria responded with renewed urgency and created several chances of their own. Precious Oscar went close in the 54th minute, while Mafisere threatened in the 56th and 60th minutes. Queen Joseph also had an opportunity in the 58th minute.

The Falconets appeared to have been handed a chance to break the deadlock in the 74th minute when they were awarded a penalty. However, the decision was overturned following a VAR review.

Both teams continued to push for a winner, but neither could make the breakthrough before the final whistle.

The result gives Nigeria one point from their opening two Group F matches. Aduku’s side will finish the group stage against New Caledonia on Sunday, September 13, in Lodz.

That match will determine whether the Falconets can secure a place in the knockout rounds and keep their campaign at the global tournament alive.

Super Eagles defender Calvin Bassey says captaining Fulham has been a huge honour as he continues to take responsibility for the Premier League club in the absence of regular skipper Tom Cairney, Nigeriasoccernet.com reports.

Bassey has worn the captain’s armband in each of Fulham’s opening three Premier League matches this season after Cairney was ruled out through injury.

Now entering his fourth season with the London club, the Nigeria international believes his experience and strong relationship with his teammates will help him handle the leadership responsibility.

“It’s a privilege. Being able to captain this club is unbelievable,” Bassey told the club’s official website.

“Going into my fourth season, I know the boys and get on with everyone, so I'll just be myself and try to help everyone.”

“Leading comes naturally because of the position I play, being able to see everything and having to communicate as a centre-half.”

Despite taking on a more prominent leadership role, Bassey insists the captaincy has not changed his personality or approach to matches.

Asked whether he becomes more vocal or aggressive when things go wrong, the defender responded:

“Nah, not really, that’s not me! I’m more chill,” he said.

“Before the game, I’m just happy, smiling as always. I just want everyone to go in with good energy.”

The 25-year-old also explained that he prefers allowing his teammates to process their emotions after disappointing results before discussing what went wrong.

“I know everyone goes out there and gives 100 per cent, and sometimes we’re just not able to win,” he said.

“I know they’re frustrated, I’m frustrated, but I think sometimes it’s best just to leave people be and then speak about it later,” Bassey stated.

Bassey’s growing influence at Fulham represents another positive development for the Super Eagles defender, who has established himself as an important member of Marco Silva’s squad since joining the club.

Nigerian winger Femi Azeez could make his first appearance for Brighton & Hove Albion when the Seagulls travel to face Coventry City on Sunday, Nigeriasoccernet.com reports.

Azeez completed his move from Championship side Millwall to Brighton on transfer deadline day but has had to wait for his debut after suffering a minor hamstring injury shortly after arriving at the club.

Brighton head coach Fabian Hurzeler has now provided an encouraging update on the 25-year-old, confirming that he is close to returning to full fitness.

“Also regarding him (Azeez), I hope he will be an option. He will definitely train today with the squad, and hopefully everything is fine, and then he hopefully is an option for the weekend,” Hurzeler told reporters ahead of the trip to the CBS Arena.

Azeez made one appearance for Millwall this season before completing his switch to the Premier League club.

The former Reading winger will now hope to make the matchday squad as Brighton look to bounce back from last weekend’s 1-1 draw against Leeds United.

The Seagulls have collected just one victory from their opening three Premier League matches this season and will be targeting another three points when they face Coventry.

Azeez will be eager to make his first Brighton appearance and begin a new chapter of his career after overcoming the injury setback that delayed his debut.

Turkish football pundit Umit Karan has criticised Victor Osimhen over his latest injury setback, questioning whether the Super Eagles striker could have done more to protect himself ahead of Galatasaray’s important fixtures, Nigeriasoccernet.com reports.

Osimhen missed Galatasaray’s UEFA Champions League opener against Sporting CP after suffering a groin injury during the club’s 3-2 league victory over Istanbul Basaksehir.

His absence was felt heavily as Galatasaray suffered a 3-1 defeat to the Portuguese side, extending their poor European record without the Nigerian striker.

The Istanbul giants have now failed to win any of their last six European matches in which Osimhen has not featured, further highlighting his importance to the Turkish champions.

Karan, speaking on his YouTube channel and HT Spor, expressed his frustration with the circumstances surrounding Osimhen’s injury.

“I’m also upset with Osimhen. You have a Champions League match in a week. Don’t you dare take care of yourself a little.”

The former Galatasaray striker also questioned the team’s overall performance against Sporting CP and stressed how much the club depends on Osimhen.

“No midfield, and when Victor Osimhen isn’t there, Galatasaray isn’t there either! We started last year’s Champions League the same way. Bar?? Alper Y?lmaz and Sane couldn’t deliver. Rafael Leao came on late. God willing, we won’t suffer a loss like this in the league too.”

Meanwhile, Galatasaray’s coaching and medical teams are working towards having Osimhen available for the club’s next league assignment away to Trabzonspor.

The Nigerian remains under close medical supervision as the club steps up efforts to ensure he recovers in time for the potentially demanding fixture.

Osimhen’s return would provide a major boost for Galatasaray after their disappointing Champions League start, with the striker continuing to be central to the club’s ambitions both domestically and in Europe.

Turkish football pundit Umit Karan has criticised Victor Osimhen for failing to do more to avoid injury ahead of Galatasaray’s crucial fixtures.

Osimhen missed Galatasaray’s 3-1 defeat by Sporting CP on Matchday One of the UEFA Champions League after suffering a groin injury during the club’s 3-2 victory over Istanbul Basaksehir.

The result extended an unwanted record for Galatasaray, who have failed to win any of their six European matches without the Nigeria international in the team.

Karan expressed his frustration on his YouTube channel and on HT Spors, questioning Osimhen’s preparation with a major European fixture approaching.

“I’m also upset with Osimhen. You have a Champions League match in a week. Don’t you dare take care of yourself a little,” he said.

Karan also criticised Galatasaray’s overall performance against Sporting CP, arguing that the team struggled badly in midfield and became ineffective without its leading striker.

“No midfield, and when Victor Osimhen isn’t there, Galatasaray isn’t there either! We started last year’s Champions League the same way,” he added.

“Bar?s Alper Y?lmaz and Sane couldn’t deliver. Rafael Leao came on late. God willing, we won’t suffer a loss like this in the league too.”

Galatasaray’s coaching staff and medical board are now targeting the away match against Trabzonspor for Osimhen’s return.

The club is carrying out intensive work to make the Nigerian striker available for that fixture.

Calvin Bassey says captaining Fulham has been an “unbelievable” privilege after taking over the armband for the club’s first three Premier League matches of the season.

The Nigeria international has been leading the side in the absence of regular captain Tom Cairney, who is injured.

Bassey, who is entering his fourth season with Fulham, believes his knowledge of the squad and relationships with his team-mates will help him perform the role effectively.

“It’s a privilege. Being able to captain this club is unbelievable,” Bassey told Fulham’s official website.

“Going into my fourth season, I know the boys and get on with everyone, so I just be myself and try to help everyone.”

The defender also said his position at centre-half naturally gives him the qualities required to lead, because he can see much of what is happening on the pitch and communicate with those around him.

“Leading comes naturally because of the position I play, being able to see everything and having to communicate as a centre-half,” he said.

Despite taking on greater responsibility, Bassey said the captaincy had not altered his personality. Rather than reacting angrily when matches do not go as planned, he prefers to remain calm and encourage positive energy before kick-off.

“Nah, not really, that’s not me! I’m more chill,” he said.

“Before the game, I’m just happy, smiling as always. I just want everyone to go in with good energy.”

Bassey prefers time to reflect

Bassey added that he understands the frustration felt by his team-mates when Fulham are unable to win, but believes it is often better to give players time before discussing what went wrong.

He said every member of the squad gives full effort, even when the result does not go their way.

“I know everyone goes out there and gives 100 per cent, and sometimes we’re just not able to win,” he said.

“I know they’re frustrated, I’m frustrated, but I think sometimes it’s best just to leave people be and then speak about it later.”