Nasarawa United - Bayelsa United FC prediction 8 February 2026

Our Bayelsa United FC vs Nasarawa United prediction for this Nigeria Premier League match on February 8, 2026, points to an away win. The game kicks off at 15:00 at Lafia Township Stadium. Based on the latest form, head-to-head record, and league table positions, Nasarawa United enters the match as the favorite with a 48% win probability.

Team Form

Bayelsa United FC is in terrible shape, losing their last five league matches in a row. They suffered defeats against Remo Stars (2-1), Enugu Rangers (0-2), Katsina United FC (3-2), Wikki Tourists (0-1), and Abia Warriors FC (1-0). The team has failed to keep a clean sheet in any of these games.

Nasarawa United's recent form is more balanced, with two wins and three losses in their last five outings. They beat Plateau United (1-0) and Warri Wolves (3-0) at home but lost on the road to Shooting Stars (3-2) and Kwara United (1-0). A 0-1 home loss to Kun Khalifat FC also highlights some inconsistency.

Head-to-Head Record

In the last four meetings, Nasarawa United has the edge with one win and three draws. Bayelsa United FC has never beaten Nasarawa United. The most recent clash on February 8, 2026, ended in a 1-1 draw. Earlier, Nasarawa United won 2-1 away on September 21, 2025. Two other encounters finished level, including a 2-2 draw in February 2025 and a 2-2 friendly in 2021.

League Table Positions

Nasarawa United sits 5th in the overall Premier League standings with 56 points from 37 games. Bayelsa United FC is not in the top 12 of the provided table, indicating a much lower position. Nasarawa United's home record is strong (6th, 43 points from 19 games), but their away form is poor (7th in the away table with only 13 points from 18 games). This match is being played at a neutral venue, Lafia Township Stadium, which slightly reduces the typical home advantage factor.

Win Probability: Bayelsa United FC or Nasarawa United?

We calculate the win probabilities as follows: Nasarawa United has a 48% chance of winning, the draw is at 30%, and Bayelsa United FC has a 22% chance. This assessment is based on the huge gap in league positions, Bayelsa's five-game losing streak, and Nasarawa's unbeaten head-to-head record. Although Nasarawa's away form is weak, Bayelsa's complete lack of momentum makes an away win the most likely outcome.

Odds & Match Prediction

Odds for the 1X2 market were not available in the provided data. However, based on the stats, bookmakers would likely see Nasarawa United as the favorite. Our final Bayelsa United FC vs Nasarawa United prediction is an away victory, reflecting the clear difference in quality and confidence between the two sides.