Bendel Insurance vs El Kanemi Warriors: Prediction, Betting Tips & Match Preview – 18 January

Bendel Insurance

L W W W L

5th place in Nigerian Premier League

3 - 2

18/01/2026 11:00

El Kanemi Warriors

L W L L D

18th place in Nigerian Premier League

Nigerian Premier League

MATCH INTRO

Betiball's prediction for Bendel Insurance vs El Kanemi Warriors on 18 January 2026 (kick-off: 11:00) is built from both teams' recent form, head-to-head history, squad availability, and tactical analysis. Read the full Bendel Insurance vs El Kanemi Warriors preview before placing your bet.

Bendel Insurance will face El Kanemi Warriors in Nigerian Premier League on January 18, 2026 at 11:00.
Bendel Insurance are currently 5th with 56 points after 38 matches.
El Kanemi Warriors sit 18th with 47 points from 38 matches.

Predictions 1x2 Under/Over 2.5 1X2 Live Half Time Half Time / Full Time Both To Score Double chance Handicap Scorers Corners Cards

Home team Away team

Probability %

Pred

Correct

Avg.g

Coef.

Score.

Live coef.

Weather

STANDINGS UP TO 18/01/2026

Overall Table	PTS	GP	W	D	L	GF	GA	+/-

01 Enugu Rangers International	68	38	19	11	8	47	27	20
02 Rivers United	67	38	19	10	9	44	31	13
03 Shooting Stars SC	60	38	18	6	14	41	40	1
04 Ikorodu City FC	58	38	16	10	12	43	39	4
05 Bendel Insurance	56	38	14	14	10	44	38	6
06 Nasarawa United	56	38	16	8	14	37	34	3
07 Abia Warriors	55	38	16	7	15	31	34	-3
08 Barau FC	52	38	13	13	12	34	30	4
09 Katsina United	52	38	14	10	14	36	39	-3
10 Kano Pillars	51	38	15	6	17	37	39	-2
11 Plateau United	50	38	15	5	18	39	40	-1
12 Kwara United	50	38	13	11	14	35	36	-1
13 Enyimba	49	38	13	10	15	44	42	2
14 Kun Khalifat FC	49	38	13	10	15	42	43	-1
15 Warri Wolves FC	49	38	13	10	15	36	41	-5
16 Niger Tornadoes FC	48	38	13	9	16	37	36	1
17 Remo Stars	47	38	14	5	19	42	47	-5
18 El Kanemi Warriors	47	38	13	8	17	30	46	-16
19 Bayelsa United	43	38	11	10	17	37	42	-5
20 Wikki Tourist	40	38	9	13	16	36	48	-12

Head To Head

24/08/2025 11:00

El Kanemi Warriors

2 - 0

Bendel Insurance

NGA PR

19/02/2025 10:00

El Kanemi Warriors

0 - 0

Bendel Insurance

NGA PR

06/10/2024 11:00

Bendel Insurance

1 - 1

El Kanemi Warriors

NGA PR

22/04/2023 11:00

Bendel Insurance

2 - 1

El Kanemi Warriors

NGA PR

01/02/2023 10:50

El Kanemi Warriors

0 - 1

Bendel Insurance

NGA PR

El Kanemi Warriors

40%

Draw

40%

Bendel Insurance

20%

Bendel Insurance Last 6 matches

14/01/2026 11:00

Kwara United 0 - 1 Bendel Insurance

NGA PR

27/12/2025 11:00

Bendel Insurance 2 - 0 Kwara United

NGA PR

21/12/2025 11:00

Remo Stars 2 - 3 Bendel Insurance

NGA PR

13/12/2025 11:00

Bendel Insurance 1 - 1 Enugu Rangers International

NGA PR

08/12/2025 11:00

Katsina United 0 - 1 Bendel Insurance

NGA PR

29/11/2025 11:00

Bendel Insurance 3 - 0 Wikki Tourist

NGA PR

Win

83%

Draw

17%

Lost

Last 6 matches El Kanemi Warriors

14/01/2026 10:00

El Kanemi Warriors 1 - 0 Bayelsa United

NGA PR

28/12/2025 11:00

Bayelsa United 0 - 1 El Kanemi Warriors

NGA PR

21/12/2025 10:00

El Kanemi Warriors 3 - 2 Enyimba

NGA PR

14/12/2025 11:00

Niger Tornadoes FC 3 - 0 El Kanemi Warriors

NGA PR

07/12/2025 10:00

El Kanemi Warriors 0 - 0 Barau FC

NGA PR

30/11/2025 11:00

Shooting Stars SC 1 - 0 El Kanemi Warriors

NGA PR

Win

50%

Draw

17%

Lost

33%

Overall Home/Away

Full time First half Second half

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Played games

Bendel Insurance

El Kanemi Warriors

Goals

Scored

Avg. per game

1.16

Conceded

Avg. per game

1.00

Scored

Avg. per game

0.79

Conceded

Avg. per game

1.21

Scored a goal

In last 6 matches

YesNo

5 (83%)1 (17%)

In last 6 matches

NoYes

2 (33%)4 (67%)

In last 38 matches

YesNo

26 (68%)12 (32%)

In last 38 matches

NoYes

20 (53%)18 (47%)

Bendel Insurance

Recent matches

El Kanemi Warriors

Under /Over

(61%)23 15(39%)

1.5

Full Time

Under /Over

(61%)23 15(39%)

Under /Over

(37%)14 24(63%)

1.5

1st Half

Under /Over

(26%)10 28(74%)

Under /Over

(26%)10 28(74%)

1.5

2nd Half

Under /Over

(32%)12 26(68%)

/Yes

(45%)17 21(55%)

Both scored
(Yes/No)

No /Yes

(26%)10 28(74%)

GOALS BY TIME PERIOD

Bendel Insurance

El Kanemi Warriors

Shots

Bendel Insurance

Total shots

11.50 avg / game

Blocked

0 total

Avg. —

El Kanemi Warriors

Total shots

6.93 avg / game

Blocked

0 total

Avg. —

Bendel Insurance Pass El Kanemi Warriors

Total passes

—

Avg. — / game

Accurate

—

Ball possession

50%

Total passes

—

Avg. — / game

Accurate

—

Ball possession

46%

TOTAL ATTACKS

DANGEROUS ATTACKS

OTHERS

Bendel Insurance

Played games

El Kanemi Warriors

Avg / game Total Total Avg / game

0.37

Clean sheets

0.42

3.76

143

Corners

1.03

0.00

Throw-ins

0.00

1.50

Offsides

0.58

0.00

GK saves

0.00

Bendel Insurance

DISCIPLINARY

El Kanemi Warriors

Avg / game Total Total Avg / game

1.34

0.87

0.03

0.03

6.45

245

Fouls

114

3.00

0.00

Tackles

0.00

NEXT MATCHES

No upcoming matches.

NEXT MATCHES

No upcoming matches.

How We Build the Bendel Insurance vs El Kanemi Warriors Prediction

Betiball.com's prediction for Bendel Insurance vs El Kanemi Warriors on 18 January 2026 is generated by a statistical model that processes over 30 data points per match — including each team's last ten results, expected goals (xG), shots on target, defensive line metrics, set-piece vulnerability, and confirmed squad availability. For this Nigerian Premier League fixture, our model also factors in home and away performance splits and any confirmed injuries or suspensions reported within 48 hours of kick-off. Every tip includes a probability percentage — not just a pick, but the data behind it.

Bendel Insurance vs El Kanemi Warriors Form Analysis

Heading into this match, both sides carry distinct statistical profiles our model weighs carefully. We assess Bendel Insurance's recent home record, scoring rate, and clean sheet frequency against El Kanemi Warriors's away form — particularly goals conceded on the road and their tendency to score or keep clean sheets in away fixtures. Over/Under 2.5 goals, Both Teams to Score (BTTS), and the Asian Handicap line are all evaluated through this lens before a final recommendation is issued.

Nigerian Premier League Context: Standings, Form & What's at Stake

League position and match context are decisive inputs. A team fighting relegation defends differently from one chasing European qualification — and our model accounts for that pressure. Check the live Nigerian Premier League standings and the Nigerian Premier League form table to understand exactly where Bendel Insurance and El Kanemi Warriors sit and what this result means for both clubs.

Prediction Accuracy & Track Record

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