Bayelsa United vs Rivers United: match statistics
Rivers United, the league leaders with an impressive record of 12 wins and just 2 defeats this season, appear to be the favorites; however, their away form raises serious doubts. The visitors draw a staggering 73% of their away matches and in their last 5 away games, they have recorded a streak of 5 consecutive draws. Bayelsa United, despite being 17th in the table, display solid home performances with a 38% win rate and a 60% ball possession advantage, as well as a superior xG ratio (1.58 vs the visitors' 0.99). The recent form of both teams is poor – the hosts are winless in their last 5 matches, while Rivers United have suffered 2 defeats in that period. Considering Rivers United's clear tendency to draw away and Bayelsa's solidity at their own stadium, the most likely scenario is a share of the points.
Bayelsa United vs Rivers United: form, goals and key statistics
Game details
Bayelsa United played against Rivers United in NPFL (Nigeria). The game was played on March 1, 2026. Final score: 1:0.
Recent form
Bayelsa United has 0 wins, 4 draws and 1 loss over its last five games, averaging 0.80 points per game. Rivers United has 2 wins, 3 draws and 0 losses, with 1.80 points per game.
Scoring records
Bayelsa United scores 0.85 goals per game and allows 1.07. Rivers United scores 0.88 and allows 0.54. Games in this league average 1.82 goals.
BTTS and goal totals
Both teams score in 52% of Bayelsa United's games and 38% of Rivers United's. The Over 2.5 rates are 26% and 17%, compared with league averages of 35% for BTTS and 25% for Over 2.5.
xG and shots
Rivers United has the higher season xG average, 1.45 to 1.27 per game. Bayelsa United takes 6.4 shots per game, while Rivers United takes 8.0.
First-half and second-half trends
Bayelsa United leads at halftime in 22% of its games and scores 0.37 goals per game after halftime. Rivers United leads at halftime in 13% and scores 0.58 after halftime.
When the teams score
Bayelsa United's most productive scoring window is minutes 61-75 (6 goals). For Rivers United, it is minutes 76-90+ (8 goals). These are past scoring patterns, not predicted goal times.
League scoring profile
NPFL games average 1.82 goals. Both teams score in 35% of games, and 25% finish with at least three goals.
Head-to-head record
Before this game, one previous meeting was available. The record was 1 home win, 0 draws and 0 away wins. Those games averaged 3.00 goals, with both teams scoring in 100% 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
Rivers United, the league leaders with an impressive record of 12 wins and just 2 defeats this season, appear to be the favorites; however, their away form raises serious doubts. The visitors draw a staggering 73% of their away matches and in their last 5 away games, they have recorded a streak of 5 consecutive draws. Bayelsa United, despite being 17th in the table, display solid home performances with a 38% win rate and a 60% ball possession advantage, as well as a superior xG ratio (1.58 vs the visitors' 0.99). The recent form of both teams is poor – the hosts are winless in their last 5 matches, while Rivers United have suffered 2 defeats in that period. Considering Rivers United's clear tendency to draw away and Bayelsa's solidity at their own stadium, the most likely scenario is a share of the points.
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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
| Bayelsa United | Rivers United | |
|---|---|---|
| Accuracy (shots on target) | 30% | 36% |
| Chance quality (xG per shot) | 0.20 | 0.18 |
| Finishing (goals per shot on target) | 0.45 | 0.31 |
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.
Rivers United is 125% better for: last-5 form.
0.8 pts / game - Bayelsa United · 1.8 pts / game - Rivers 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.
Rivers United is 98% better for: goals allowed per game.
1.07 goals / game - Bayelsa United · 0.54 goals / game - Rivers United
Bayelsa United scores in 63% of games (17 of 27 meczów), while Rivers United keeps a clean sheet in 63% (15 of 24 meczów).
Rivers United scores in 79% of games (19 of 24 meczów), while Bayelsa United keeps a clean sheet in 22% (6 of 27 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 - Bayelsa United
Over / Under - Rivers 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 17% better for: first-half form (half-time points).
1.22 pts / game - Bayelsa United · 1.04 pts / game - Rivers United
Before half-time (1st half)
After half-time (2nd half)
Bayelsa United - second-half results
Leads at halftime in 22% of games and wins 26%. Also wins some games without leading at halftime.
Defense stays consistent across the full game.
Rivers United - second-half results
Leads at halftime in 13% of games and wins 50%. Also wins some games without leading at halftime.
Defense stays consistent across the full game.
| 1st half | 2nd half | |
|---|---|---|
| Points per game | 1.40 | 0.60 |
| Goals scored / game | 0.4 | 0.0 |
| Goals allowed / game | 0.2 | 0.4 |
| Average goals per game | 0.6 | 0.4 |
| 1 goal | 40% | 40% |
| 2 goals | 20% | 0% |
| 3 goals | 0% | 0% |
| Clean sheet | 80% | 60% |
| No goal | 60% | 100% |
| Goal difference | +1 | -2 |
| 1st half | 2nd half | |
|---|---|---|
| Points per game | 0.80 | 2.20 |
| Goals scored / game | 0.2 | 0.6 |
| Goals allowed / game | 0.4 | 0.0 |
| Average goals per game | 0.6 | 0.6 |
| 1 goal | 40% | 60% |
| 2 goals | 20% | 0% |
| 3 goals | 0% | 0% |
| Clean sheet | 60% | 100% |
| No goal | 80% | 40% |
| Goal difference | -1 | +3 |
* 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 76-90 (9). Late-goal balance (76-90): -8 - late phases are a weakness.
Most dangerous in minutes 76-90 (8 goals). Concedes most in 16-30 (6). Late-goal balance (76-90): +7 - wins late phases.
* 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
Bayelsa United
Rivers 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
| Bayelsa United | Liga | Rivers United | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Average goals per game | ▲ 1.93 | 1.82 | ▼ 1.42 |
| Both teams scored | ▲ 52% | 35% | ▲ 38% |
| Min. 3 goals (Over 2.5) | • 26% | 25% | ▼ 17% |
| Clean sheets | ▼ 22% | 39% | ▲ 63% |
| Goal before half-time | ▲ 67% | 60% | ▼ 46% |
| Goal after half-time | • 59% | 59% | • 58% |
^ 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
Away team
Starting lineup
Match timeline
Goals, cards and substitutions arranged in chronological order.
Referee and managers
Open their season profiles to compare match records, goals and disciplinary trends.
Head-to-head
Record from Bayelsa United's perspective: 1 win, 0 draws and 0 losses against Rivers United. Games average 3.00 goals, and both teams scored in 100% of them.
FAQ
What was the result of Bayelsa United vs Rivers United?
The NPFL match finished Bayelsa United 1:0 Rivers United. Full match statistics, the half-by-half breakdown and head-to-head are on this page.
What do the goal statistics show before Bayelsa United vs Rivers United?
Bayelsa United score 0.85 goals per game on average and Rivers United 0.88. The NPFL average is 1.82 goals, with Over 2.5 landing in 25% of games. Both teams score in 52% of Bayelsa United's matches and 38% of Rivers United's.
What form are Bayelsa United and Rivers United in?
Over the last 5 games Bayelsa United have a 0-4-1 record (0.80 points per game) and Rivers United 2-3-0 (1.80 points per game).
Where can I find a betting tip and analysis for Bayelsa United vs Rivers United?
The statistical background for Bayelsa United vs Rivers 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.