Bayelsa United defeated Rivers United 1-0 in the Npfl. Before the match, Bayelsa United were 15th in the Npfl table with Rivers United in 2nd. In 5 previous meetings (2023–2026), Bayelsa United have won 4, Rivers United 1, with 0 draws. Bayelsa United had scored 26 goals this season (0.8 per game), Rivers United had 29 (0.9 per game). View detailed post-match analysis including ratings and key stats.