Misfiring Sporting Lagos FC set for test of resilience against Sunshine Stars FC in Akure

Posted : 25 November 2023

With the hopeful prospect of securing a valuable away point against Bayelsa United in Yenogoa on Match Day 9 of the 2023/2024 Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL), Sunshine Stars will enter the match against the misfiring Sporting Lagos FC with confidence, aiming to solidify their position on the league table.

For Sunshine Stars, a victory against Sporting Lagos FC in the Southwest derby scheduled to take place at Akure Township Stadium on Sunday would serve as a morale booster, compensating for the disappointment of dropped points at home.

The 2023/2024 season for the Akure Gunners has been marked by mixed feelings; nonetheless, they have recorded some commendable performances, proving to be a side to be reckoned with, especially in unexpected results away from home.

To overcome the Tech Boys, the Akure Gunners must be vigilant against the veteran NPFL striker and former league top scorer, Junior Lokosa, and Jonathan Alukwu, as both strikers can collaborate to cause significant damage and secure the necessary goals for the Lagos-based club.

Sunshine Stars will also rely on NPFL top scorer, Micheal Olalusi, for relentless goal-scoring.

Head to head:
So far this season, Sunshine Stars have played 10 matches, with 3 wins, 3 losses, and 4 draws. They have secured 3 wins at home.

This record places the team in 15th place in the league. Sunshine Stars have scored 14 goals and conceded 10 on average per match at their home stadium, resulting in a goal difference of +4.

The average number of goals they have scored in their home matches is 3.75. Additionally, in 50% of their home games, both teams have scored, and it takes Sunshine Stars an average of 37.5 minutes to score a goal in their home matches, demonstrating a stable recovery in their performance.

This season, Sporting Lagos FC has played 9 games in the Premier League tournament, winning 0 away matches and 3 overall, losing 3, and drawing 3.

Currently, the team is in the 9th position in the standings. On average, 5.14 goals are scored in Sporting Lagos FC away matches, with 20% of these games featuring a goal from each team (which is 50%). Players need about 51.4 minutes of game time to score away, indicating consistent good gameplay.

Prediction:
The match may end in a draw or a win for Sunshine Stars.

Misfiring Sporting Lagos FC set for test of resilience against Sunshine Stars FC in Akure

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