NPFL - Nigeria
Sun, 01 March 2026 - 15:00 Stadium: Samuel Ogbemudia Stadium
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Bendel Insurance vs Ikorodu City
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Sun, 01 March 2026 - 15:00 Stadium: Samuel Ogbemudia Stadium

Prediction: Bendel Insurance vs Ikorodu City Betting Tips

Match Preview & Betting Tips

On February 28, 2026, at Samuel Ogbemudia Stadium, Nigeria's NPFL features a compelling fixture between Bendel Insurance and Ikorodu City. Given Ikorodu City’s recent away form and their previous victory over Bendel Insurance, the main lean is towards an away win or a draw, with a focus on under 3.5 goals in this tightly contested match.

Bendel Insurance vs Ikorodu City Betting Tips

These are our top betting tips and predictions for the match.

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Win or Draw Ikorodu City or Draw Tipstrike Odd: 45.00
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Total goals | Under 3.5 Under 3.5 goals Tipstrike Odd: 1.85
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Double chance Draw or Ikorodu City Tipstrike Odd: 1.33

NPFL Detailed Statistics

Standings
# Team MP W D L GF GA GD Pts Last 5
3 Ikorodu City Ikorodu City 30 13 9 8 27 21 6 48 W L L D W
7 Bendel Insurance Bendel Insurance 30 11 11 8 37 28 9 44 W L W L D
Bendel Insurance Team Logo Bendel Insurance Stats
Bendel Insurance Team Logo Bendel Insurance
MP W D L
Overall 29 10 11 8
Home 14 7 6 1
Away 15 3 5 7
Bendel Insurance Team Logo Bendel Insurance
CS BTTS FTS
Overall 38% 28% 34%
Home 50% 29% 21%
Away 27% 27% 47%
Ikorodu City Team Logo Ikorodu City Stats
Ikorodu City Team Logo Ikorodu City
MP W D L
Overall 29 12 9 8
Home 14 10 4 0
Away 15 2 5 8
Ikorodu City Team Logo Ikorodu City
CS BTTS FTS
Overall 55% 10% 34%
Home 79% 7% 14%
Away 33% 13% 53%
Under/Over: Goals Scored (Matches)
Over Under
Bendel Insurance Team Logo Bendel Insurance
Ikorodu City Team Logo Ikorodu City
Bendel Insurance Team Logo Bendel Insurance
Ikorodu City Team Logo Ikorodu City
0.5 Goals 0 0 0 0
1.5 Goals 0 0 0 0
2.5 Goals 0 0 0 0
3.5 Goals 0 0 0 0
4.5 Goals 0 0 0 0
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Under/Over: Goals Conceded (Matches)
Over Under
Bendel Insurance Team Logo Bendel Insurance
Ikorodu City Team Logo Ikorodu City
Bendel Insurance Team Logo Bendel Insurance
Ikorodu City Team Logo Ikorodu City
0.5 Goals 0 0 0 0
1.5 Goals 0 0 0 0
2.5 Goals 0 0 0 0
3.5 Goals 0 0 0 0
4.5 Goals 0 0 0 0
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Match Setup and Recent Form

Bendel Insurance versus Ikorodu City, at Samuel Ogbemudia Stadium, promises to be a competitive fixture. Recent head-to-heads favor Ikorodu City, who won the last encounter at this venue 3-0 and another away fixture 1-0. Bent on revenge and with recent form being slightly skewed towards Ikorodu City, expect a high-intensity game with both sides eager not to leave points on the table.

Team News and Squad Updates

Both teams enter the game with full squads listed, with no reported injuries or suspensions. Ikorodu City’s recent away form and strong defensive record make them slightly favored, especially considering their recent 3-0 away victory over Bendel Insurance earlier this season. Bent on revenge, Bendel Insurance will look to strengthen their attack after a recent loss, but defensively they remain solid.

Game-State Scenarios for Bendel Insurance vs Ikorodu City

If Bendel Insurance scores first in the upcoming match at Samuel Ogbemudia Stadium, expect a tense game with Ikorodu City pushing hard for an equalizer, especially given their recent strong form and high goal-scoring performance away. A draw seems likely at halftime if either team scores early, but late dominance by Ikorodu City is plausible due to their recent winning streak. A late goal for Ikorodu City could turn the tide, with both teams potentially adding to the total goals tally given their attacking styles in recent fixtures.

Tactical Insights & Betting Angles for the Match

Both teams have demonstrated solid defensive organization in recent matches, with Ikorodu City maintaining a clean sheet in their last away game. Expect disciplined defending coupled with quick counterattacks, especially from Ikorodu City. Bent on scoring, both teams should open up, creating chances from set pieces and quick transitions. A focus on under/over goals markets suggests the game may be tightly contested with potential for under 3.5 total goals given their recent defensive solidity.

FAQs about Bendel Insurance vs Ikorodu City

See below all the main information for this match.

Betting on the draw or Ikorodu City to win offers the best value, given recent form and head-to-head performance.

The match is likely to see fewer than 3.5 goals, based on recent defensive performances and low scoring averages.

A double chance on draw or Ikorodu City allows for safe backing, considering Ikorodu City’s form as recent winners at this venue.

Expect a disciplined game with few cards; recent stats show relatively low yellow card counts.

The match could be tight in the first half, with more goals coming in the second half based on past fixtures and scoring patterns.

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