Accra Lions vs Nations FC Prediction: Visiting Nations to extend their dominant play

WAFA SC will host the Ghana Premier League encounter between Accra Lions and Nations FC. In their two meetings, Nations FC secured wins. Can Accra Lions secure their first victory in this fixture?

Accra Lions

Accra Lions are coming off a league defeat at the hands of Bechem United, a game that ended 1-0. In that encounter, Accra Lions settled for a goalless draw at halftime, but a 48th-minute Emmanuel Abban strike denied them a point at full time. However, Accra Lions have a winless run of games into this fixture, as they have lost twice in their last five outings. While they drew Legon Cities, Samartex, and Hearts of Lions, Accra Lions have 9 points accumulated from 12 league games. Accra Lions scored seven in those encounters while conceding eleven, leaving them seated at the bottom of the standings. 

Nations FC

Nations FC suffered a home defeat the previous time out against Berekum Chelsea and will hope to turn the tables. In a game that ended 0-1, Stephen Amankonah's strike from the spot in the early minutes of the first half was enough to see this team's winning run end. However, that defeat was Nations FC's second this season, having lost to Medeama in week 7. Yet, Nations FC have picked win results against Vision FC, Karela United, Nsoatreman and Asante Kotoko. This season, Nations FC have 22 points accumulated from 12 games and sit second in the standings.

Expert Betting Tips

Nations FC are currently in hot form, and I do not see that level of play dropping. While Accra Lions have not stepped up to expectations this season, they have consistently done well to avoid defeat in the majority of their play this season and might have to rely on defensive play. Yet, the league is on the line for Nations FC, and despite being on the road, I believe they should be able to take advantage of struggling Accra Lions.