Shooting Stars vs Rivers United Prediction

Shooting Stars vs Rivers United preview and result

Shooting Stars and Rivers United met in the NPFL on Thursday 12 March 2026 at 16:00 (Nigerian time). The match finished 2 - 1, 1 - 0 at half time.

Our model gives Shooting Stars a 61% chance of winning, the draw 25% and Rivers United 14%. Our pick was Shooting Stars to win with 70% confidence at odds of 1.91. The pick came in ✓. For a safer option, the double chance 1X (Shooting Stars or Draw) covers two of the three results at odds of 1.20.

Goals: we expect about 1.8 goals (0.9 for Shooting Stars, 1.0 for Rivers United). The chance of three or more goals is 27%, so our goals pick is Under 2.5 (85% confidence). 3 goals were scored.

Form and head to head

Shooting Stars have 2 wins, 1 draw and 2 defeats in their last 5 matches (L-W-D-W-L), scoring 9 and conceding 7. Rivers United have 1 win, 3 draws and 1 defeat in their last 5 matches (W-D-D-L-D), scoring 4 and conceding 3.

Frequently asked questions

What was the prediction for Shooting Stars vs Rivers United?

Our pre-match prediction is Shooting Stars to win (70% confidence) at odds of 1.91. Win chances: Shooting Stars 61%, draw 25%, Rivers United 14%.

Will there be over 2.5 goals in Shooting Stars vs Rivers United?

We expect about 1.8 goals. Our pick is Under 2.5 with 85% confidence (chance of 3+ goals: 27%).

What time is Shooting Stars vs Rivers United?

Shooting Stars vs Rivers United (NPFL) was played on Thursday 12 March 2026 at 16:00 Nigerian time (WAT).

What is a safe bet for Shooting Stars vs Rivers United?

The double chance 1X (Shooting Stars or Draw) covers two outcomes at odds of 1.20. No bet is risk-free – stake only what you can afford. 18+.

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