Rivers United vs Wikki: can Rivers United continue their push for the top spot in the table?
On Monday, December 15, Rivers United will play their Matchday 17 fixture in the Nigerian Premier League against Wikki. Kick-off is at 16:00 CET, and I propose a betting option for this clash.
Rivers United vs Wikki: match facts and head-to-head
- Rivers United are unbeaten in three matches: two wins and a draw.
- Wikki are winless in three matches: two draws and a defeat.
- Wikki have failed to score in their last two matches.
- Rivers United have scored at least one goal in each of their last four matches.
- In their last six home games, Rivers United have lost only once.
- Rivers United boast the best defence in the Nigerian Premier League, having conceded just six goals.
- Rivers United have kept a clean sheet in 32% of their matches this season, while Wikki have done so in 33%.
- Rivers United have lost only 11% of their matches this season without scoring, compared to 20% for Wikki.
- Wikki and Rivers United drew 1–1 in their most recent meeting.
Rivers United vs Wikki: match preview
Rivers United currently sit second in the Premier League standings and are firmly involved in the title race. They have collected 30 points from 15 matches and trail Nasarawa only on tiebreakers. However, Rivers United have a game in hand, meaning they top the table on points lost. In their previous match, they edged past Plateau with a narrow 2–1 victory. Their current unbeaten run stands at three matches.
Wikki find themselves in the lower half of the table and are set for a relegation battle. The team currently sit 12th with 21 points after 16 matches, but their gap over Plateau, who are already in the relegation zone, is just three points. As a result, their cushion is far from comfortable, and there is no room for complacency as they must continue to pick up points. Their recent form, however, has been unconvincing. Wikki have gone three matches without a win, recording two draws and a heavy 0–3 defeat.
Probable line-ups
- Rivers United: Akande, Udom, Ampiah, Godswill, Ohaegbu, Okejepha, Oyowah, Farouk, Williams, Deputy, Nwagua
Prediction
Rivers United are fighting for first place and will be playing at home, where they have shown strong form. Given their positive run of results, I believe they can secure a victory here. The recommended bet is Rivers United to score over 1.5 goals.
