Nasarawa vs Bendel: Summary, H2H Stats, Lineups & Highlights

As Nasarawa prepare to host Bendel on February 22, 2026, with kick-off at 16:00, this NIGERIA: NPFL fixture promises high stakes in a tightly contested title race.

Nasarawa, currently 4th in the standings with 41 points from 26 games, are close to the leaders with only 3 points separating them. They've earned 28 points from 13 home games this season. Their recent form has been weak, with 1 win, 3 draws and 1 loss in their last five matches. They've shown defensive issues, conceding 5 goals. At the same time, they've displayed limited attacking output with 5 goals scored.

Bendel, sitting 6th with 38 points, enter as underdogs but face a tough test on the road, where they've earned 14 points from 13 games this season. Their recent form has been weak, with 1 win, 3 draws and 1 loss in their last five matches. They've shown a solid defensive record, conceding 3 goals. At the same time, they've displayed limited attacking output with 4 goals scored.

Recent meetings between Nasarawa and Bendel have favored Nasarawa, with Bendel claiming victory in their most recent clash (1-0). Recent clashes between the two teams have been closely contested.

In their previous league match against Katsina United, Nasarawa recorded a 0-1 defeat while lining up in a standard formation.

Bendel's last outing came against Bayelsa United, where they secured a 0-0 draw using a standard system.

Looking ahead, Nasarawa are expected to maintain their unknown structure, Nasarawa and Bendel are expected to use their standard structures. The contest is set to revolve around midfield control, pressing efficiency, and how effectively each side manages transitions between defense and attack.

Goal trends from the last ten games across all competitions suggest few goals: Nasarawa's fixtures have averaged 1.7 goals per game, with 3 going over 2.5 and both teams scoring in 50% of those matches, alongside 2 clean sheets. Bendel's games average 2 goals, with 3 going over 2.5 and both teams scoring in 30% of those matches, alongside 6 clean sheets. With both sides showing defensive resilience, expect a low-scoring affair.

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