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On January 28, 2026, Ikorodu City host Shooting Stars at the Mobolaji Johnson Arena in Lagos for an NPFL fixture. Based on recent form and head-to-head data, a draw or Ikorodu City win with less than 3.5 goals seems the most probable outcome. This comprehensive guide offers predictions, best bets, odds considerations, and value picks for this Nigerian top-flight clash.
These are our top betting tips and predictions for the match.
| # | Team | MP | W | D | L | GF | GA | GD | Pts | Last 5 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4 |
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23 | 10 | 9 | 5 | 22 | 14 | 8 | 38 | W L W L W |
| 6 |
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23 | 10 | 5 | 8 | 20 | 19 | 1 | 35 | L W L W L |
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MP | W | D | L |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Overall | 22 | 9 | 8 | 5 |
| Home | 11 | 8 | 3 | 0 |
| Away | 11 | 1 | 5 | 5 |
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CS | BTTS | FTS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Overall | 59% | 9% | 32% |
| Home | 82% | 0% | 18% |
| Away | 36% | 18% | 45% |
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MP | W | D | L |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Overall | 22 | 10 | 5 | 7 |
| Home | 11 | 8 | 2 | 1 |
| Away | 11 | 2 | 3 | 6 |
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CS | BTTS | FTS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Overall | 36% | 27% | 36% |
| Home | 55% | 36% | 9% |
| Away | 18% | 18% | 64% |
Ikorodu City faces Shooting Stars at the Mobolaji Johnson Arena in Lagos on January 28, 2026, with both teams eager for a win in the NPFL season. Recent head-to-head results and form trends favor a competitive fixture with goals from both sides.
Both teams are expected to field strong lineups, with Ikorodu City aiming to leverage their recent home form and Shooting Stars looking to capitalize on their away match resilience. Injuries or suspensions are not reported, suggesting a full-strength contest.
If Ikorodu City scores first against Shooting Stars, expect a tight contest with a potential shift in momentum. A draw at halftime could give Shooting Stars the opportunity to push for a late equalizer or winner, especially given their recent form and history of tightly contested matches.
Expect both teams to engage in an open, attacking style, considering their recent goal-scoring trends. Set pieces may be crucial given their histories of goals from corner kicks and free kicks. Be alert to changes in tempo and pressing intensity that could impact goal opportunities.
See below all the main information for this match.
The match is scheduled for January 28, 2026, at Mobolaji Johnson Arena in Lagos, as part of the NPFL season.
Our predictions favor Ikorodu City to either win or draw, with an expected low-scoring game based on recent form and head-to-head data.
The recommended bet from our analysis is for Ikorodu City or a draw, with a potential under 3.5 goals in the match, reflecting both teams' defensive solidity and recent scoring rates.