Barau vs Bayelsa United: match statistics
Barau presents decidedly better home form with a 50% win rate and a positive goal difference (+6) at their own stadium. The hosts average 1.4 goals per home match with an xG of 2.72, indicating strong offensive efficiency. Bayelsa United records very poor results on the road—just 20% wins, 50% losses, and a negative goal difference (-7). The visitors average only 0.6 goals away with an xG of 1.03 and fail to score in 50% of their matches. The recent form of both teams (1.6 PPG for Barau vs 1.2 PPG for Bayelsa), along with advantages in possession and shot count, further favors the hosts. Considering all statistical data, Barau holds a clear advantage, although their home defense (30% clean sheets) and the league's unpredictability could also lead to a draw.
Barau vs Bayelsa United: form, goals and key statistics
Game details
Barau played against Bayelsa United in NPFL (Nigeria). The game was played on January 25, 2026. Final score: 1:1.
Recent form
Barau has 2 wins, 2 draws and 1 loss over its last five games, averaging 1.60 points per game. Bayelsa United has 2 wins, 0 draws and 3 losses, with 1.20 points per game.
Scoring records
Barau scores 0.86 goals per game and allows 1.05. Bayelsa United scores 0.95 and allows 1.19. Games in this league average 1.83 goals.
BTTS and goal totals
Both teams score in 33% of Barau's games and 52% of Bayelsa United's. The Over 2.5 rates are 24% and 33%, compared with league averages of 35% for BTTS and 27% for Over 2.5.
xG and shots
Barau has the higher season xG average, 1.27 to 1.25 per game. Barau takes 5.5 shots per game, while Bayelsa United takes 6.2.
First-half and second-half trends
Barau leads at halftime in 19% of its games and scores 0.48 goals per game after halftime. Bayelsa United leads at halftime in 24% and scores 0.48 after halftime.
When the teams score
Barau's most productive scoring window is minutes 61-75 (6 goals). For Bayelsa United, it is minutes 61-75 (6 goals). These are past scoring patterns, not predicted goal times.
League scoring profile
NPFL games average 1.83 goals. Both teams score in 35% of games, and 27% finish with at least three goals.
Head-to-head record
Before this game, one previous meeting was available. The record was 0 home wins, 0 draws and 1 away win. Those games averaged 2.00 goals, with both teams scoring in 0% of them.
Archived pre-match analysis
This analysis was prepared before kick-off. The conclusions use only information available before the match and do not include the final result or post-match statistics.
General match analysis
Barau presents decidedly better home form with a 50% win rate and a positive goal difference (+6) at their own stadium. The hosts average 1.4 goals per home match with an xG of 2.72, indicating strong offensive efficiency. Bayelsa United records very poor results on the road—just 20% wins, 50% losses, and a negative goal difference (-7). The visitors average only 0.6 goals away with an xG of 1.03 and fail to score in 50% of their matches. The recent form of both teams (1.6 PPG for Barau vs 1.2 PPG for Bayelsa), along with advantages in possession and shot count, further favors the hosts. Considering all statistical data, Barau holds a clear advantage, although their home defense (30% clean sheets) and the league's unpredictability could also lead to a draw.
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Game stats
Pre-game profile— what do the season numbers say?
This team profile combines season stats and recent form. In-game statistics appear after the final whistle.
Team stats— who is more efficient?
Compare both teams' attacking and defensive records this season.
Shooting quality
| Barau | Bayelsa United | |
|---|---|---|
| Accuracy (shots on target) | 24% | 30% |
| Chance quality (xG per shot) | 0.23 | 0.20 |
| Finishing (goals per shot on target) | 0.67 | 0.51 |
xG per shot around 0.08 usually means long-range attempts; 0.15+ usually means box chances. The style label comes from possession, shot volume and conversion.
* xG (expected goals) says how many goals a team should score from its chances. If actual goals are above xG, finishing is above average; if below xG, chances are being missed.
Team form— who is in better shape?
Last five games and season record, overall, at home and away.
Barau is 33% better for: last-5 form.
1.6 pts / game - Barau · 1.2 pts / game - Bayelsa United
Goals— how do both teams score and concede?
How many goals both teams score and concede, plus how often they keep a clean sheet or fail to score.
Bayelsa United is 10% better for: goals scored per game.
0.86 goals / game - Barau · 0.95 goals / game - Bayelsa United
Barau is 13% better for: goals allowed per game.
1.05 goals / game - Barau · 1.19 goals / game - Bayelsa United
Barau scores in 38% of games (8 of 21 meczów), while Bayelsa United keeps a clean sheet in 19% (4 of 21 meczów).
Bayelsa United scores in 67% of games (14 of 21 meczów), while Barau keeps a clean sheet in 29% (6 of 21 meczów).
How often they score at least...
How often they concede at least...
* Statistics include both teams' home and away games this season.
Both teams scored (BTTS)— how often do both teams score?
How often games involving these teams produce goals at both ends, compared with the league average.
Goal patterns
BTTS and goal count
Goal count (Over/Under)— how often do these games cross the goal lines?
See how often games involving these teams clear each goal line, for the full game and each half.
Full game - team comparison (Over)
Over / Under - Barau
Over / Under - Bayelsa United
1st half
2nd half
Game halves— when do the teams score more often?
How teams split performance between first and second half: goals, points, clean sheets and half-time state.
Bayelsa United is 13% better for: first-half form (half-time points).
1.05 pts / game - Barau · 1.19 pts / game - Bayelsa United
Before half-time (1st half)
After half-time (2nd half)
Barau - second-half results
Leads at halftime in 19% of games and wins 29%. Also wins some games without leading at halftime.
Defense stays consistent across the full game.
Bayelsa United - second-half results
Leads at halftime in 24% of games and wins 33%. Also wins some games without leading at halftime.
Defense stays consistent across the full game.
| 1st half | 2nd half | |
|---|---|---|
| Points per game | 1.60 | 1.20 |
| Goals scored / game | 0.6 | 0.6 |
| Goals allowed / game | 0.4 | 0.4 |
| Average goals per game | 1.0 | 1.0 |
| 1 goal | 60% | 60% |
| 2 goals | 20% | 40% |
| 3 goals | 20% | 0% |
| Clean sheet | 60% | 60% |
| No goal | 60% | 60% |
| Goal difference | +1 | +1 |
| 1st half | 2nd half | |
|---|---|---|
| Points per game | 0.80 | 1.60 |
| Goals scored / game | 0.2 | 0.6 |
| Goals allowed / game | 0.6 | 0.4 |
| Average goals per game | 0.8 | 1.0 |
| 1 goal | 80% | 60% |
| 2 goals | 0% | 40% |
| 3 goals | 0% | 0% |
| Clean sheet | 40% | 80% |
| No goal | 80% | 60% |
| Goal difference | -2 | +1 |
* Table colors show frequency: green is common, yellow is moderate and red is rare. They are not team ratings.
Goals by minute— when do goals arrive?
The parts of a game in which both teams score and allow the most goals.
Most dangerous in minutes 61-75 (6 goals). Concedes most in 0-15 (6). Late-goal balance (76-90): 0.
Most dangerous in minutes 61-75 (6 goals). Concedes most in 76-90 (8). Late-goal balance (76-90): -7 - late phases are a weakness.
* Buckets 31-45 and 76-90 include added-time goals.
Additional team indicators— what do xG, efficiency and form show?
A comparison of chance quality, results and trends from completed games this season.
Game profile
Barau
Bayelsa United
* The estimated goal total and split, BTTS estimate, 0:0 risk and goal range use public season averages and frequencies for both teams. This is a statistical game profile, not a private model prediction or betting pick. The remaining indicators describe completed games from the season.
League context— is this a high-scoring league?
How both teams compare with league-wide averages (NPFL).
Teams vs league
| Barau | Liga | Bayelsa United | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Average goals per game | • 1.90 | 1.83 | ▲ 2.14 |
| Both teams scored | ▼ 33% | 35% | ▲ 52% |
| Min. 3 goals (Over 2.5) | ▼ 24% | 27% | ▲ 33% |
| Clean sheets | ▼ 29% | 39% | ▼ 19% |
| Goal before half-time | • 62% | 61% | ▲ 71% |
| Goal after half-time | • 57% | 58% | ▲ 67% |
^ green = above league average, ˇ red = below league average. This shows direction of the gap, not a team rating.
Lineups and player events
Verified starters, substitutes and recorded player events for this match.
Home team
Starting lineup
Substitutes
Match timeline
Goals, cards and substitutions arranged in chronological order.
Head-to-head
Record from Barau's perspective: 0 wins, 0 draws and 1 loss against Bayelsa United. Games average 2.00 goals, and both teams scored in 0% of them.
FAQ
What was the result of Barau vs Bayelsa United?
The NPFL match finished Barau 1:1 Bayelsa United. Full match statistics, the half-by-half breakdown and head-to-head are on this page.
What do the goal statistics show before Barau vs Bayelsa United?
Barau score 0.86 goals per game on average and Bayelsa United 0.95. The NPFL average is 1.83 goals, with Over 2.5 landing in 27% of games. Both teams score in 33% of Barau's matches and 52% of Bayelsa United's.
What form are Barau and Bayelsa United in?
Over the last 5 games Barau have a 2-2-1 record (1.60 points per game) and Bayelsa United 2-0-3 (1.20 points per game).
Where can I find a betting tip and analysis for Barau vs Bayelsa United?
The statistical background for Barau vs Bayelsa United — form, head-to-head, goals, BTTS and Over/Under — is on this page. The tip with full reasoning and a value assessment is in the NoFluffPicks app.