- λ home
- 1.70
- λ away
- 0.76
- Σλ total
- 2.46
- P(over 2.5)
- 42%
- P(BTTS)
- 45%
- Modal score
- 1–0 14.5%
Enyimba vs Plateau United prediction & xG model: Enyimba to win
Graded on the 90-minute score: the pick landed ✓
Enyimba v Plateau United: how the Arena called it
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How the numbers for Enyimba v Plateau United are calculated
Every figure on this page comes from the steps below – nothing is adjusted by hand.
Expected goals (λ)
Ratings fitted to league results (21 and 20 matches). 1.00 = average attack or defence.
| League avg goals | Attack | Opp. defence | λ (ratings) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Enyimba (home) | 1.62 | 0.87 | 1.18 | 1.67 |
| Plateau United (away) | 0.74 | 1.25 | 1.07 | 0.99 |
λhome = μhome × Atthome × Defaway = 1.62 × 0.87 × 1.18 ≈ 1.67
| Total-goals source | Estimate | Weight |
|---|---|---|
| Team ratings | 2.66 | 45% |
| Statistical xG feed | 2.67 | 25% |
| Over/under 2.5 price | 2.29 | 30% |
| Blended total λ | 2.46 | 100% |
Split by team strength and the 1X2 balance → λhome = 1.70, λaway = 0.76
Poisson goal distributions
P(k goals) = e−λ · λk ÷ k!
Score grid
Each cell = P(home goals) × P(away goals). Below the diagonal is a home win, the diagonal a draw, above it an away win.
- Σ home-win cells
- 59.9%
- Σ draw cells
- 23.7%
- Σ away-win cells
- 16.4%
- Most probable score
- 1–0 · 14.5%
Blending with the market
Our ratings grid is combined with the statistical feed (60 / 40), then blended with the bookmaker's margin-free probabilities (58 / 42) so late team news is not missed.
| Outcome | Ratings | Feed | Market* | Final |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 Enyimba | 52.5% | 62.0% | 56.3% | 59.6% |
| X Draw | 25.6% | 22.0% | 27.3% | 24.2% |
| 2 Plateau United | 21.9% | 16.0% | 16.4% | 16.2% |
Bookmaker margin (overround) on 1X2: Σ(1 ÷ odds) = 1.110 → 11.0% removed before blending (*market column).
Every market: fair odds, implied probability and EV
Fair odds = 1 ÷ p · Implied = 1 ÷ odds (margin included) · EV = p × odds − 1 · positive EV only when p > implied
| Selection | p | Fair | Best odds | Implied | EV | Add |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1X2 | ||||||
| 1 · Enyimba pick | 59.6% | 1.68 | 1.60 | 62.5% | -4.6% | |
| X · Draw | 24.2% | 4.13 | 3.30 | 30.3% | -20.0% | |
| 2 · Plateau United | 16.2% | 6.19 | 5.50 | 18.2% | -11.1% | |
| Double chance | ||||||
| 1X | 83.8% | 1.19 | 1.10 | 90.9% | -7.8% | |
| X2 | 40.4% | 2.48 | 2.15 | 46.5% | -13.2% | |
| 12 | 75.8% | 1.32 | 1.25 | 80.0% | -5.3% | |
| Draw no bet | ||||||
| DNB Enyimba | 78.7% | 1.27 | – | – | – | |
| DNB Plateau United | 21.3% | 4.69 | – | – | – | |
| Goal lines | ||||||
| Over 1.5 | 70.5% | 1.42 | – | – | – | |
| Under 1.5 | 29.5% | 3.39 | – | – | – | |
| Over 2.5 | 42.3% | 2.36 | 2.35 | 42.6% | -0.5% | |
| Under 2.5 | 57.7% | 1.73 | 1.57 | 63.7% | -9.5% | |
| Over 3.5 | 23.4% | 4.27 | – | – | – | |
| Under 3.5 | 76.6% | 1.31 | – | – | – | |
| Both teams to score | ||||||
| BTTS yes | 45.3% | 2.21 | – | – | – | |
| BTTS no | 54.7% | 1.83 | – | – | – | |
| Half-time | ||||||
| HT 1 | 42.0% | 2.38 | – | – | – | |
| HT X | 42.9% | 2.33 | – | – | – | |
| HT 2 | 15.1% | 6.62 | – | – | – | |
The selection
EV = 0.596 × 1.60 − 1 = -0.046 · Kelly f* = (b·p − q) ÷ b = 0.000 → quarter-Kelly, capped at 2%: 0.0% of bankroll (no stake – the price has no edge)
A guide to sizing, not advice. Graded on the 90-minute score. 18+.
Recent form, in numbers
last 6 matches · 90-minute scores| Metric | Enyimba | Plateau United |
|---|---|---|
| Sequence | WDLLLL | WDWWLL |
| Matches | 6 | 6 |
| W-D-L | 1-1-4 | 3-1-2 |
| Points per match | 0.67 | 1.67 |
| Goals for / match | 1.17 | 1.50 |
| Goals against / match | 1.67 | 1.17 |
| Over 2.5 | 50% | 50% |
| BTTS | 50% | 50% |
| Clean sheets | 17% | 33% |
| Failed to score | 50% | 17% |
What the numbers say
by Ade Ola, Winning Arena analyst1X2 probabilities
Enyimba ahead at 60%, against 16% for Plateau United and 24% for the draw. Standings: Enyimba 13th on 49, Plateau United 11th on 50.
Form
Enyimba, last six: W D L L L L – one win in total. Latest: 4–2 at home to Shooting Stars. Per match: 1.2 scored, 1.7 conceded.
Plateau United, last six: W D W W L L – three wins in total. Latest: 2–0 at home to Inter Lagos. Per match: 1.5 scored, 1.2 conceded.
Head to head
Last meeting (Mar 2026): Enyimba 2–0 Plateau United. Old results carry little weight next to current ratings.
Expected goals (xG)
xG Enyimba 1.70 · Plateau United 0.76 · total 2.46. Balanced goal lines: over 2.5 42%, BTTS 45%.
Model selection (graded)
Pre-match selection: Enyimba to win, probability 60%, odds 1.60 v fair 1.68. Most probable score: Enyimba 1–0 Plateau United. Graded at 90 minutes. 18+ – bet within your means.
Head-to-head
Every meeting →- 15 Mar 2026Enyimba2–0Plateau United
NPFL table
League page →| # | Team | P | GD | Pts |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |  Enugu Rangers | 38 | +20 | 68 |
| 2 |  Rivers United | 38 | +13 | 67 |
| 3 |  Shooting Stars | 38 | +1 | 60 |
| 4 |  Ikorodu City | 38 | +4 | 58 |
| 5 |  Nasarawa United | 38 | +3 | 56 |
| 6 |  Abia Warriors | 38 | -3 | 55 |
| 7 |  Bendel Insurance | 37 | +5 | 53 |
| 8 |  Barau FC | 38 | +4 | 52 |
| 9 |  Katsina United | 37 | -2 | 52 |
| 10 |  Kano Pillars | 38 | -2 | 51 |
| 11 |  Plateau United | 38 | -1 | 50 |
| 12 |  Kwara United | 38 | -1 | 50 |
| 13 |  Enyimba | 38 | +2 | 49 |
| 14 |  Kun Khalifat FC | 38 | -1 | 49 |
| 15 |  Warri Wolves | 38 | -5 | 49 |
| 16 |  Niger Tornadoes | 38 | +1 | 48 |
| 17 |  Remo Stars | 38 | -5 | 47 |
| 18 |  El Kanemi Warriors | 38 | -16 | 47 |
| 19 |  Bayelsa United | 38 | -5 | 43 |
| 20 |  Wikki Tourist | 38 | -12 | 40 |
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Inter Lagos1Frequently asked questions
What is the Winning Arena prediction for Enyimba vs Plateau United?
The Model pick is Enyimba to win with a model probability of 60, priced around 1.60 by the bookmakers.
What are the Enyimba v Plateau United probabilities?
Enyimba win 60%, draw 24%, Plateau United win 16%.
What is the most probable score for Enyimba vs Plateau United?
Enyimba 1–0 Plateau United is the highest cell in the Poisson grid.
What is the xG for Enyimba vs Plateau United?
Enyimba 1.70, Plateau United 0.76 – over 2.5 at 42%, BTTS at 45%.
What time is Enyimba vs Plateau United?
Sunday 4 October 2026, 16:00 WAT, at Enyimba International Stadium – NPFL.