Kano Pillars Vs Enyimba
Two bitter rivals, Kano Pillars and Enyimba have a big game at the Sani Abacha Stadium.
Undoubtedly the biggest game of the weekend, it gets underway at 4:15 pm on Sunday.
Pillars approach the tie brimming with confidence as they have been impressive in their last four matches, with two wins and
two draws.
However, same cannot be said of Enyimba as they have not recorded a victory in their last three matches, losing two and sharing the spoils on an occasion. Also, they boast of only one win from their last five topflight encounters.
Rivers United Vs Enugu Rangers
Rivers United seek to get a win when they host reigning Nigeria Professional Football League champions, Enugu Rangers at the Yakubu Gowon Stadium in another spectacle of the Matchday 12.
The Pride of Rivers will be eyeing all three points on Sunday.
Coming on the back of a morale-boosting draw at Wikki Tourists, Stanley Eguma's men will have less pressure on them when they welcome the Flying Antelopes to Port Harcourt.
Rangers, on the other hand, are 14th in the league with 12 points and haven't looked like a team that won the league title last term. This could be a win for Rivers United against an inconsistent Imama Amapakabo-led side.
ABS FC Vs Katsina United
ABS FC will welcome Katsina United at the Kwara Stadium Complex in a bid to accumulate more points. The Saraki Boys are third on the log with 17 points.
Meanwhile, United are three spots adrift of Henry Makinwa's side. A win in this match, which looks difficult, could give them a chance of climbing to the third position - depending on results elsewhere.
The Saraki Boys stand a better chance of getting the maximum points. They have, remarkably, kept clean sheets in all their five home games and another against Baldwin Bazuaye’s men will not be out of the equation.
MFM Vs Remo Stars
Another home win for MFM will see them enter into the top three. And they have to do it against regional rival, Remo Stars.
Fidelis Ilechukwu and his charges have made the Agege Stadium a fortress and from past results, they can keep the good form up against the Sky Blue Stars.
Remo Stars have their full squad in place and manager Fatai Osho could repeat the starting XI used the last time out when they almost caused an upset against Kano Pillars.
The battle to outwit themselves in front of goal will also be one to watch as joint top goalscorers, MFM’s Stephen Odey and Remo Stars’ Victor Mboama - six goals apiece - will be going head-to-head.
The Olukoya Boys are in a good form and a win will offer good value for their supporters. The tie is undoubtedly one of the most anticipated encounters of the Matchday 12.
Shooting Stars Vs Plateau United
The heat is gradually taking its toll on leaders Plateau United and their mission to Ibadan is to annihilate shaky Shooting Stars.
Shooting Stars are winless in their last two games, same as Plateau United, setting the tone for a battle of wounded soldiers at the Lekan Salami Stadium on Sunday.
Sunshine Stars Vs Wikki Tourists
Sunshine Stars and Wikki Tourists will face off against each other at the Akure Township Stadium. The Owena Whales are just a point above the Bauchi Elephants.
Both teams will be hoping for nothing less than a win to give boost to their respective aspirations. The teams share two wins apiece from their last four NPFL meetings.
The past four encounters between these two sides have witnessed 14 goals, meaning if there will be a high goalscoring game in the Matchday 12 fixtures, this should be it! Niger Tornadoes Vs Nasarawa United
The North Central Derby which is the talk of the town in Lokoja will see Niger Tornadoes lock horns with Nasarawa United at the Confluence Stadium.
Last season, the Ikon Allah Boys humbled the Solid Miners 2-0 in the Confluence City and a repeat of such won't be out of place considering the lethargic form of Kabir Dogo's team.
Nasarawa United go into the match in high spirit after their slim 1-0 victory over Akwa United, while Tornadoes were pipped 1-0 against Abia Warriors in Umuahia.
Akwa United Vs El Kanemi Warriors
Redemption will be on the cards for Akwa United when they battle with El Kanemi Warriors at the Godswill Akpabio International Stadium.
The Promise Keepers won't be having it easy with second placed Desert Warriors.
Who will win the top tier clash in Uyo? Akwa United haven't lost a game at their home ground but the Desert Warriors can't be underestimated.
Lobi Stars Vs Gombe United
Evans Ogenyi has proved to have the magic wand since he was saddled with the responsibility of tinkering the technical affairs of Lobi Stars. How far will his luck continue after the club parted ways with Godwin Uwua?
The Pride of Benue shouldn't have a problem trying to defeat Gombe United, who haven't earned a point on the road this season. Surely, the Savannah Scorpions will be banking on the skillful Augustine Oladapo for inspiration.
But with Kingsley Eduwo, Anthony Okpotu and David Tyavkase in their fold, Lobi Stars are as good as having the three points in the bag.
FC IfeanyiUbah Vs Abia Warriors
Tough times for FC IfeanyiUbah and history suggests they have always thrived in this sort of situation.
The Anambra Warriors have a big task in the Oriental Derby against Abia Warriors, who won 1-0 when Niger Tornadoes came calling at midweek.
It is likely the Anambra Warriors emerge winners at the Ifeanyi Ubah International Stadium.
(Goal.com)
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