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NPFL Matchday 2 predictions

10 fixtures from September 5 to September 30. 1X2 probabilities, correct score and implied odds, recalculated as odds and line-ups move.

Kick-off times in UTC

Match of the round

Wednesday, September 30 · 15:00

Sporting Lagos

0–0

Ikorodu City
1 · 34%X · 30%2 · 36%
Ikorodu City to win · 36%Full analysis →

Every fixture this round

Saturday, September 5

  1. 0–1
    Inter Lagos
    Doma United

Sunday, September 6

  1. 3–2
    Kano Pillars
    Niger Tornadoes
  2. 0–0
    Kun Khalifat FC
    Barau FC
  3. 1–0
    Nasarawa United
    Bendel Insurance
  4. 1–0
    Plateau United
    Kwara United

Monday, September 7

  1. 4–0
    Ranchers Bees
    Abia Warriors
    38%27%35%

Wednesday, September 30

  1. 4–2
    Enyimba
    Shooting Stars
    46%27%27%
  2. 1–1
    Katsina United
    Rivers United
    23%20%57%
  3. 0–0
    Sporting Lagos
    Ikorodu City
    34%30%36%
  4. 0–1
    Warri Wolves
    Enugu Rangers
    31%24%45%

NPFL Matchday 2 runs from September 5 to September 30 with 10 fixtures. For each one the Betora model blends recent form, Elo rating, expected goals, absences and market odds into a 1X2 probability and a most likely correct score.

The safest pick of the round is Katsina United - Rivers United: Rivers United to win at 57%. The tightest match is Sporting Lagos - Ikorodu City, where no outcome clears 36%, so treat it with care in an accumulator.

Match by match

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Matchday 2 FAQ

When is NPFL Matchday 2 played?

From September 5 to September 30. Kick-off times on this page are shown in UTC.

What is the safest pick of Matchday 2?

Katsina United - Rivers United: Rivers United to win at 57% probability according to the Betora model. No prediction is guaranteed: use the probabilities to compare odds.

How are these predictions calculated?

Every match is rated by a model that combines Elo rating, expected goals (xG), form over the last 5 games, injuries and suspensions, and bookmaker odds. The output is a probability for each outcome and the most likely correct score.

Do the predictions change before kick-off?

Yes. Probabilities are recalculated until kick-off whenever odds move or the official line-ups are announced.