NPFL Table 2026/27, Predictions and Tips
NPFL betting means placing bets on matches in the Nigeria Premier Football League, Nigeria's top division. The 2026/27 season has 20 clubs and runs from August 2026 to May 2027. Home advantage, travel and team news matter a lot in this league.
NPFL table 2026/27
Standings after matches up to 6 November 2026. Across 109 matches so far the league averages 2.3 goals per game, and 34% of results are draws.
| # | Club | P | W | D | L | GF | GA | GD | Pts |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Rangers International | 10 | 6 | 3 | 1 | 16 | 10 | +6 | 21 |
| 2 | Kano Pillars | 12 | 4 | 7 | 1 | 15 | 12 | +3 | 19 |
| 3 | Rivers United | 11 | 4 | 6 | 1 | 15 | 5 | +10 | 18 |
| 4 | Bendel Insurance | 11 | 6 | 0 | 5 | 18 | 16 | +2 | 18 |
| 5 | Nasarawa United | 11 | 5 | 2 | 4 | 11 | 10 | +1 | 17 |
| 6 | Plateau United | 11 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 18 | 14 | +4 | 16 |
| 7 | Barau | 11 | 3 | 7 | 1 | 13 | 10 | +3 | 16 |
| 8 | Niger Tornadoes | 11 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 9 | 8 | +1 | 16 |
| 9 | Katsina United | 11 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 14 | 15 | −1 | 16 |
| 10 | Shooting Stars | 11 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 16 | 15 | +1 | 15 |
| 11 | Sporting Lagos | 10 | 4 | 3 | 3 | 14 | 13 | +1 | 15 |
| 12 | Doma United | 10 | 4 | 3 | 3 | 13 | 13 | 0 | 15 |
| 13 | Ikorodu City | 11 | 3 | 5 | 3 | 15 | 13 | +2 | 14 |
| 14 | Kun Khalifat | 12 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 10 | 17 | −7 | 13 |
| 15 | Kwara United | 11 | 3 | 3 | 5 | 12 | 13 | −1 | 12 |
| 16 | Enyimba | 11 | 3 | 2 | 6 | 12 | 15 | −3 | 11 |
| 17 | Warri Wolves | 11 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 8 | −4 | 10 |
| 18 | Abia Warriors | 11 | 2 | 4 | 5 | 10 | 17 | −7 | 10 |
| 19 | Ranchers Bees | 10 | 2 | 3 | 5 | 11 | 14 | −3 | 9 |
| 20 | Inter Lagos | 11 | 1 | 3 | 7 | 3 | 17 | −14 | 3 |
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Official NPFL table after Kun Khalifat 1–1 Kano Pillars (Matchday 12, 6 November). The rest of Matchday 12 is played from 8 November. Rangers International, Sporting Lagos, Doma United and Ranchers Bees have played one game fewer than most clubs; Kano Pillars and Kun Khalifat have played 12. Warri Wolves and Inter Lagos were each docked 3 points and 3 goals; their GF is shown after the deduction, so total GF is 6 lower than total GA. Rivers United have a suspended 3-point deduction (not applied).
Sources: NPFL official table · NPFL official fixtures and results · NigFooty: NPFL Matchday 12 fixtures, Friday result and updated table · Sportspoule: NPFL table 2026/27, title race with four clubs on 18 points · Soccernet NG: Rangers top again, but Rivers' suspended penalty looms · Africa Top Sports: NPFL deducts three points from Warri Wolves · Naija News: NPFL fines Inter Lagos, deducts three points · Soccernet NG: Nigeria's four clubs in 2026/27 CAF competitions. Updated every week. How to use the league table for betting
Club guides
NPFL at a glance
The NPFL (Nigeria Premier Football League) is the top tier of club football in Nigeria.
| Item | Details |
|---|---|
| Official name | Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) |
| Title sponsor | New three-year title sponsor from 2026/27 |
| Organiser | The NPFL board |
| Number of teams | 20 clubs in 2026/27 |
| Matches per club | 38 (home and away) |
| Season months | Late August 2026 to late May 2027 |
| Relegation places | 4 (bottom four in 2025/26) |
| CAF Champions League | Champions and runners-up (2026/27 entries) |
| CAF Confederation Cup | Third place and the Federation Cup winners (2026/27 entries) |
Format details can change between seasons. Check the official NPFL table and fixtures before you bet.
Recent champions
| Season | Champion |
|---|---|
| 2023/24 | Enugu Rangers |
| 2024/25 | Remo Stars |
| 2025/26 | Enugu Rangers |
Remo Stars' 2024/25 title was the first in the club's history. A season later, they were relegated as defending champions.
Biggest clubs and derbies
Enyimba and Enugu Rangers are the most successful clubs in NPFL history. Each has nine league titles after Rangers won in 2025/26.
- Enyimba are nicknamed the "People's Elephant." They play their home games in Aba.
- Enugu Rangers are nicknamed the "Flying Antelopes." They play at the Nnamdi Azikiwe Stadium in Enugu.
- Kano Pillars are nicknamed "Sai Masu Gida." They are based in Kano.
- Rivers United (Port Harcourt) finished second in 2025/26, one point behind Rangers.
The biggest rivalry is the Oriental derby between Enyimba and Enugu Rangers. Both clubs come from the south-east. These games are often tense, with big crowds and high pressure.
NPFL betting example: Enyimba vs Enugu Rangers
Say you stake (the money you bet) ₦1,000 on the Oriental derby in Aba. Here are three ways to back the home team:
- Enyimba to win (1X2) at 2.40 (example odds)
- Double chance 1X (Enyimba win or draw) at 1.45 (example odds)
- Draw no bet on Enyimba at 1.75 (example odds)
| Result | Enyimba win at 2.40 | Double chance 1X at 1.45 | Draw no bet at 1.75 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Enyimba win (2–1) | ₦2,400.00 | ₦1,450.00 | ₦1,750.00 |
| Draw (1–1) | ₦0.00 | ₦1,450.00 | ₦1,000.00 (stake back) |
| Rangers win (0–1) | ₦0.00 | ₦0.00 | ₦0.00 |
If the match ends 2–1 to Enyimba, the 1X2 bet returns ₦1,000 × 2.40 = ₦2,400. Your profit is ₦1,400.
If the match ends 1–1, double chance returns ₦1,000 × 1.45 = ₦1,450. Draw no bet gives your ₦1,000 back.
Safer cover means a smaller payout. Check other amounts with the payout calculator.
How to analyse an NPFL match
Good NPFL predictions start with a few general factors. None of them can tell you the result for certain.
- Form. Look at the last five or six results, home and away separately. See our guide on team form.
- Home advantage. Home crowds and familiar pitches matter in Nigeria. Read home advantage.
- Travel. Long road trips across the country can leave away teams tired.
- Pitch and weather. Heavy rain or a poor pitch can slow the game and reduce goals.
- Fixture congestion. Clubs in CAF competitions play extra midweek games, which can tire the squad.
- Team news. Check injuries and suspensions before kick-off.
Use the NPFL table too. A team fighting relegation may play differently from a mid-table side. Read league table betting and how to analyse a match.
Popular markets for NPFL
Most NPFL betting uses simple markets.
- 1X2: home win, draw or away win.
- Double chance: covers two of the three results.
- Draw no bet: your stake comes back if the match is a draw.
- Under 2.5 goals: wins if there are 0, 1 or 2 goals.
- GG/NG: whether both teams score.
Avoid long accumulators of NPFL fixtures. Each extra match lowers your chance of winning.
Betting tax and law in Nigeria
Betting is legal in Nigeria for adults 18 and over, with a licensed operator, in states that permit it. Each state regulates betting. In Lagos, operators deduct a 5% withholding tax from net winnings. Read is betting legal in Nigeria, betting tax in Nigeria and our Nigeria hub.
Common mistakes
- Ignoring home advantage. Away wins can be hard to find in the NPFL.
- Trusting old reputations. Big names like Enyimba and Kano Pillars do not win every season.
- Betting on derbies with your heart. The Oriental derby is about emotion, not easy wins.
- Skipping team news. A missing goalkeeper or striker can change a match.
- Using last season's table. Squads and coaches change between seasons.
FAQ
How many teams are in the NPFL?
The 2026/27 NPFL has 20 clubs. Each club plays 38 league matches, home and away against every other club.
Who won the last NPFL title?
Enugu Rangers won the 2025/26 NPFL on the final day, one point ahead of Rivers United. It was their ninth league title.
How many teams are relegated from the NPFL?
Four clubs went down at the end of the 2025/26 season. The bottom four finished in places 17 to 20.
Are NPFL predictions reliable?
No prediction is certain. Treat any NPFL tip as one opinion, and check team news, form and home advantage yourself.
Related guides
- What is double chance?
- What is draw no bet?
- How home advantage affects betting
- How to analyse a football match
- How to use the league table in betting
- Ghana Premier League betting
Sources
- Wikipedia: 2025–26 Nigeria Premier Football League
- RSSSF: Nigeria 2025/26
- Channels TV: Enugu Rangers beat Ikorodu City to clinch historic 9th NPFL title
- Trust Radio: Enugu Rangers win historic 9th NPFL title; El-Kanemi, Remo Stars relegated
- News Express: 3SC end 27-year wait for continental ticket
- Voice of Nigeria: Nigerian clubs gear up for CAF Champions League, Confederation Cup
- TheCable: Rangers win eighth NPFL title
- TheCable: Remo Stars become first South West club to win NPFL title in 25 years
- Flashscore: Remo Stars secure place among NPFL's elite after first-ever title triumph
- Blueprint: NPFL unveils 2026/27 season calendar, fixes kick-off date
- Africa Top Sports: 2026/27 NPFL season to kick off August 28
- Nairametrics: NPFL lands $7.5 million title sponsorship deal ahead of 2026/27 season
- ThisDay: NPFL title sponsorship deal
- Wikipedia: Enyimba F.C.
- Wikipedia: Rangers International F.C.
- Wikipedia: Kano Pillars F.C.
- Sportskeeda: NPFL teams and their nicknames
- Voice of Nigeria: Enyimba defeats Rangers, claims Oriental derby bragging rights
Upcoming NPFL predictions
Sunday 8 November
Bendel InsurancevsNiger Tornadoes
Our pickOver 1.5 goals1.5067% chance
Rangers InternationalvsKwara United
Our pickRangers International to win1.8155% chance
BarauvsShooting Stars
Our pickBarau, draw no bet1.5166% chance
Friday 13 November
Shooting StarsvsBendel Insurance
Our pickBoth teams to score (GG)1.5565% chance
Sunday 15 November
Niger TornadoesvsRangers International
Our pickNiger Tornadoes or draw1.4768% chance
Kwara UnitedvsRivers United
Our pickRivers United, draw no bet1.5564% chance
Wednesday 18 November
Ranchers BeesvsDoma United
Our pickRanchers Bees or draw1.4768% chance