NPFL Matchday 29 Preview: Key Matches, Predictions and What to Expect
Matchday 29 of the 2025/2026 Nigeria Premier Football League continues on Sunday, March 8, 2026, with several important games that could affect the title race, continental spots and relegation battle.
On Saturday, 16th-placed Wikki Tourists secured an important 2-1 comeback victory against 8th-placed El-Kanemi Warriors at the Zaria Road Stadium in Jos. It was the first game in charge for new coach Evans Ogenyi, who replaced Abdul Maikaba.
The result gives Wikki Tourists a small boost in their fight to stay clear of the relegation zone.
Sunday Fixtures and Predictions
Katsina United (9th) vs Kwara United (19th)
Venue: Mohammed Dikko Stadium, Katsina
Katsina United sit comfortably in mid-table, while Kwara United are deep in the relegation zone. With the strong home advantage common in the NPFL, Katsina should have enough to edge this game.
Prediction: Katsina United 2-1 Kwara United
Rangers International (1st) vs Remo Stars (18th)
Venue:?Nnamdi Azikiwe Stadium, Enugu
League leaders Rangers face defending champions Remo Stars, who are surprisingly battling relegation. Rangers have been strong at home and will want to protect their lead at the top.
Prediction: Rangers International 2-0 Remo Stars
Kano Pillars (17th) vs Barau FC (13th)
Venue: Sani Abacha Stadium, Kano
This is a Kano derby between two clubs that share the same stadium. Pillars are struggling near the relegation zone after a three-point deduction, while Barau FC sit slightly safer in mid-table.
Derbies are often tight and emotional.
Prediction: Kano Pillars 1-1 Barau FC
Abia Warriors (5th) vs Shooting Stars (7th)
Venue: Enyimba Stadium, Aba
This match could affect the race for continental places. Abia Warriors are enjoying a strong season and will hope to use home advantage against Shooting Stars.
Prediction: Abia Warriors 2-1 Shooting Stars
Plateau United (11th) vs Niger Tornadoes (12th)
Venue: Zaria Road Stadium, Jos
Both sides are close on the table and will be looking to move away from the bottom half. Plateau United’s home support could make the difference.
Prediction: Plateau United 1-0 Niger Tornadoes
Warri Wolves (10th) vs Enyimba (15th)
Venue: Delta State University Stadium, Ozoro
Former champions Enyimba are having a difficult season and sit just above the relegation fight. Warri Wolves are slightly higher in the table and will look to take advantage at home.
Prediction: Warri Wolves 1-0 Enyimba
Kun Khalifat (20th) vs Bayelsa United (14th)
Venue: Dan Anyiam Stadium, Owerri
Bottom-placed Kun Khalifat are desperate for points. Bayelsa United sit mid-table but will also want to avoid being dragged into the relegation fight.
Prediction: Kun Khalifat 1-1 Bayelsa United
Rivers United (2nd) vs Bendel Insurance (6th)
Venue:?Adokiye Amiesimaka Stadium, Port Harcourt
Title contenders Rivers United host Bendel Insurance in one of the biggest games of the weekend. Rivers remain strong favourites at home and also have games in hand in the title race.
Prediction: Rivers United 2-0 Bendel Insurance
Nasarawa United (4th) vs Ikorodu City (3rd)
Venue: Lafia City Stadium
This is one of the biggest clashes of Matchday 29. Both teams are pushing for a top-four finish. Nasarawa’s home advantage may prevent Ikorodu City from taking all three points.
Prediction: Nasarawa United 1-1 Ikorodu City
With only a few weeks left in the season, every point now matters as the NPFL title race and relegation battle continue to intensify.
