Nigeria (W) vs Costa Rica (W) Prediction, analysis & Match Preview – February 21

Nigeria (W)

W W L W W

No standing data

1 - 0

21/02/2023 19:00

Costa Rica (W)

L W L L D

No standing data

International Friendly

MATCH INTRO

Betiball's prediction for Nigeria (W) vs Costa Rica (W) on February 21, 2023 (kick-off: 19:00) is built from both teams' recent form, head-to-head history, squad availability, and tactical analysis. Read the full Nigeria (W) vs Costa Rica (W) preview before placing for you.

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 21/02/2023

The standings compare the rankings (Rank-XH) of Nigeria (W) and Costa Rica (W) in the International Friendly football standings for the 2023 season, updated before kickoff and immediately after the match ends.

Nigeria (W) Last 6 matches

06/08/2026 03:00

Egypt (W) 2 - 6 Nigeria (W) African Cup of Nations for Women

02/08/2026 03:00

Nigeria (W) 1 - 0 Zambia (W) African Cup of Nations for Women

29/07/2026 03:00

Nigeria (W) 2 - 3 Malawi (W) African Cup of Nations for Women

24/07/2026 00:00

Nigeria (W) 2 - 1 Tanzania (W) International Friendly

08/06/2026 22:00

Nigeria (W) 3 - 0 Senegal (W) International Friendly

05/06/2026 22:00

Nigeria (W) 2 - 1 Senegal (W) International Friendly

Win

83%

Draw

Lost

17%

Last 6 matches Costa Rica (W)

03/08/2026 06:10

Costa Rica (W) 0 - 1 El Salvador (W) Women in American Games

01/08/2026 06:00

Dominican Republic (W) 1 - 2 Costa Rica (W) Women in American Games

30/07/2026 03:00

Costa Rica (W) 0 - 3 Venezuela (W) Women in American Games

10/06/2026 08:30

Costa Rica (W) 0 - 6 Canada (W) International Friendly

06/06/2026 09:00

El Salvador (W) 1 - 1 Costa Rica (W) International Friendly

19/04/2026 07:00

Costa Rica (W) 3 - 0 Guatemala (W) Women's World Cup (Qualifying) CONCACAF

Win

33%

Draw

17%

Lost

50%

Overall Home/Away

Full time First half Second half

All leagues International Friendly

Goals use the selected half; shots, passes and possession are averaged over full matches in the sample.

Played games

Nigeria (W)

Costa Rica (W)

Goals

Scored

Avg. per game

0.60

Conceded

Avg. per game

0.40

Scored

Avg. per game

0.33

Conceded

Avg. per game

0.83

Scored a goal

In last 6 matches

YesNo

2 (40%)3 (60%)

In last 6 matches

NoYes

2 (33%)4 (67%)

Nigeria (W)

Recent matches

Costa Rica (W)

Under /Over

(40%)2 3(60%)

1.5

Full Time

Under /Over

(83%)5 1(17%)

Under /Over

(0%)0 5(100%)

1.5

1st Half

Under /Over

(17%)1 5(83%)

Under /Over

(40%)2 3(60%)

1.5

2nd Half

Under /Over

(17%)1 5(83%)

/Yes

(20%)1 4(80%)

Both scored
(Yes/No)

No /Yes

(50%)3 3(50%)

GOALS BY TIME PERIOD

Nigeria (W)

Costa Rica (W)

Shots

Nigeria (W)

Total shots

6.00 avg / game

Blocked

0 total

Avg. —

Costa Rica (W)

Total shots

6.40 avg / game

Blocked

0 total

Avg. —

Nigeria (W) Pass Costa Rica (W)

Total passes

—

Avg. — / game

Accurate

—

Ball possession

47%

Total passes

—

Avg. — / game

Accurate

—

Ball possession

44%

TOTAL ATTACKS

DANGEROUS ATTACKS

OTHERS

Nigeria (W)

Played games

Costa Rica (W)

Avg / game Total Total Avg / game

0.40

Clean sheets

0.00

2.00

Corners

1.83

0.00

Throw-ins

0.00

Offsides

0.00

GK saves

0.00

Nigeria (W)

DISCIPLINARY

Costa Rica (W)

Avg / game Total Total Avg / game

1.00

0.83

0.00

0.00

Fouls

0.00

Tackles

0.00

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How We Build the Nigeria (W) vs Costa Rica (W) Prediction

Betiball.com's prediction for Nigeria (W) vs Costa Rica (W) on 21 February 2023 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 International Friendly 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.

Nigeria (W) vs Costa Rica (W) Form Analysis

Heading into this match, both sides carry distinct statistical profiles our model weighs carefully. We assess Nigeria (W)'s recent home record, scoring rate, and clean sheet frequency against Costa Rica (W)'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.

International Friendly 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 International Friendly standings and the International Friendly form table to understand exactly where Nigeria (W) and Costa Rica (W) sit and what this result means for both clubs.

Prediction Accuracy & Track Record

Betiball.com publishes a weekly prediction accuracy review so you can verify our historical hit rate across 1x2, Over/Under, and BTTS markets. We do not hide results that went against our tip — full transparency on model performance is a core part of how Betiball.com operates. Our International Friendly predictions are among the highest-rated by our users precisely because the data is always shown alongside the recommendation.

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