Katsina United vs Sunshine Stars Prediction: The home team is well-favoured

In the Nigeria Professional Football League, Katsina United vs Sunshine Stars at Muhammadu Dikko Stadium. The home team comes in as the favourite, while the visitors are underdogs. How will this game unfold?

Katsina United lost away from home the previous time in the league against Abia Warriors and will hope for a better result here. In that game, Katsina United had 46 per cent of the possession and attempted two shots with zero on goal. However, Katsina United's last five matches have seen them lose to El Kanemi Warriors and Ikorodu City, while they drew Bayelsa United. In their lone victory in that run, Katsina United pulled off a surprising 2-0 win over Remo Stars. Heading into this game, Katsina United scored 11 goals and conceded 13, leaving them seated in 15th place with 16 points. 

Sunshine Stars' last league game was against Rivers United at Akure Stadium, and they settled for a 1-1 draw. In that game, Sunshine Stars came from behind to avoid a defeat, thanks to 17-year-old Promise Awosanmi’s strike. In the meantime, Sunshine Stars have won only once in recent games, being against Lobi Stars in week 12. In other encounters, this team lost to Plateau United, Bendel Insurance, and Heartland of Owerri. With 17 points, Sunshine Stars sit 14th in the league standings, scoring ten goals and conceding 14. 

The visiting Sunshine Stars have not had things easy in recent matches and could struggle on the road. While Katsina United have been inconsistent, being favoured at home is a good thing, as I expect them to turn things around. The two teams have a lot to give in this game as they have had so much to improve, especially in defence. While the home team will have the support of their fans, their defensive record is also poor. Bet on goals while the two teams find the back of the net.