Enyimba vs Plateau United Prediction: A must-win encounter for the two sides

In one of the most crucial NPFL final-day encounters, Enyimba will play Plateau United at the Enyimba International Stadium. A chance in the CAF tournament is still possible for the two sides with a win. How will this game end?

Enyimba are coming off a 2-1 defeat at the hands of Sporting Lagos. In that game, Mbaoma Chijioke's strike from the spot almost secured a point for Enyimba, but a late Jonathan Alukwu strike for Sporting Lagos in the 85th minute was the difference. Heading into this game, Enyimba have one win in their last five games, coming against Rivers United. Enyimba lost to Enugu Rangers and Sokoto United in other encounters, while they settled for a 1-1 draw with Bayelsa United. 

Plateau United are coming off a 1-1 draw with Kano Pillars, and in this game, they will hope for a more positive result. In that game, Plateau United had to come from behind to pick a point, thanks to a Samuel Pam 64th-minute strike canceling Rabiu Ali's lead from Kano Pillars. Plateau United has not lost a single game in their last three encounters, picking wins over Sporting Lagos and Kwara United. This season in the Nigeria Professional Football League, Plateau United have picked 58 points from 37 matches, positioning them 5th spot.  

I expect Enyimba to win this game and more from them after consecutive encounters that ended without a win. On the other hand, Plateau United's chance of making it to the CAF tournament is still certain with a win in this game. Take the two teams to score in this game, while Enyimba wins full-time.