• Abia Warriors vs Rivers United (Umuahia)
  • Abia Warriors, 6th with 23 points, aim to end a poor run of just two points from their last four matches.
  • Rivers United remain unbeaten away in 13 games, with only one league defeat this season. The clash is billed as the round’s star attraction.

Other Key Matches:

• Remo Stars vs Enyimba (Abeokuta)
  • Remo Stars must recover after back-to-back losses, while Enyimba seeks to continue their revival.
• Nasarawa United vs Shooting Stars (Lafia, Monday)
  • Nasarawa, second on the table, look to exploit Shooting Stars’ momentum.

Relegation Battles and Mid-Table Clashes:

• El Kanemi Warriors vs Barau (Maiduguri): Both teams near the bottom fight for crucial points.
• Kwara United vs Niger Tornadoes (Ilorin): Kwara seek mid-table safety; Tornadoes aim for another upset.
• Wikki Tourists vs Ikorodu City (Bauchi): Wikki look to bounce back from a heavy defeat, while Ikorodu City lead the league.
• Kano Pillars vs Kun Khalifat (Katsina): Pillars face mounting pressure to secure a win.
• Plateau United vs Warri Wolves (Jos): Plateau look to halt a poor run.
• Katsina United vs Bendel Insurance (Ilorin, Monday): Katsina aim for back-to-back wins.

Key Observations:

• Abia Warriors face a major test against an unbeaten-away Rivers United side.
• Relegation-threatened sides must deliver to avoid sliding further.
• Top-table battles remain tight, and outcomes this weekend could shift the title race and league standings significantly.