Bendel Insurance remain unbeaten but have not won a game in a long time while Enyimba are looking to end its dream. Will the grass suffer today?
Matchday 3 kicks off with a clash between two giants in what is the obvious game of the day at the NPFL Super 6.
Bendel Insurance vs Enyimba: Match brief
07:50 - 07.06.2023
Lobi Stars vs Rivers United: Time and Where to watch Shoe Get Size battle water
The stakes are getting higher for Lobi Stars as they battle defending champions Rivers United on day 3 of the NPFL Super 6.
Draw specialists Bendel Insurance are back in action in the NPFL Super 6 and will play their first early kick off game in the tournament.
They face eight-time winners Enyimba who are currently at the top of the table en route to what could become their ninth NPFL crown.
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Remo Stars got a share of their poison after a late drama against Rivers United on matchday 2 of the NPFL Super 6.
Insurance are on a historic run of 20 matches without defeat in the NPFL, the longest in the league’s history.
But heading into this match, despite how impressive that feat is, Benin Arsenal are still searching for not just their first win in the competition but in five matches.
They take on an Enyimba side in a confident mood heading into the titanic clash.
20:45 - 05.06.2023
NPFL Super 6: Enyimba edge Lobi Stars, Bendel Insurance drop points again
Enyimba are off the mark in the NPFL Super 6 after a hard-fought encounter against Lobi Stars while Bendel Insurance walk a tight rope after another draw.
The People’s Elephant has just one goal against Insurance, to consolidate on their first time and cement their place at the top of the table.
Where to watch the game
The first game of the matchday will be live on DStv through SuperSport, with further viewing from YouTube via TNFF.
20:43 - 05.06.2023
NPFL Super 6: Rivers United survive Remo Stars scare in dramatic four-goal thriller
Matchday two of the NPFL Super 6 delivered excitement with Remo Stars heavily involved again, this time against Rivers United.
Time of the match
Insurance and Enyimba are expected to take to the pitch at 2 pm at the Mobolaji Johnson Arena.
H2H
05:58 - 05.06.2023
Lobi Stars vs Enyimba: Kick off time and Where to watch Yes Father's Boys dare People's Elephant
Lobi Stars and Enyimba International battle each other in search of their first three points at the NPFL Super 6 playoffs.
Interestingly, the Benin boys have the edge here as they take on Enyimba for the fifth time.
In the previous four meetings, Bendel remain unbeaten with one win and three draws. All the games have been close, so, this most likely won't be any different.
Key Stat
- Bendel Insurance have drawn each of their last five matches.
- Enyimba are unbeaten in their last eight matches, with five wins and three draws.
Something has to give in today when these two clash or maybe another draw between them?
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