Our Heartland FC vs Akwa United Prediction: 1-0
Heartland FC vs Akwa United in the Nigeria Premier League is scheduled for an 16:00 GMT kick-off on Sunday May 25, 2025. A tight contest is expected, but Heartland FC’s home advantage could see them secure a 1-0 win over Akwa United.
This Heartland FC vs Akwa United prediction is backed by a deep dive into both teams' recent performances, key stats and head-to-head history — all of which you'll find detailed below to help you make an informed betting decision.
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Recent Form Insights
Heartland FC's Last Match – Bendel Insurance vs Heartland FC
Heartland FC must win to recover from their recent 0-1 Nigeria Premier League defeat against Bendel Insurance on May 11 and regain momentum.
Akwa United's Last Match – Akwa United vs Bayelsa United
Akwa United will want to continue their winning form after a 2-0 Nigeria Premier League victory over Bayelsa United, knowing this is a must-win match for their campaign. In that match, Akwa United controlled 54% of possession and managed 5 shots on target.
| Team | Possession | Shots (on target) | xG | Dangerous Attacks |
|---|---|---|---|---|
 Akwa United | 54% | 0 (5) | - | 89 |
 Bayelsa United | 46% | 0 (1) | - | 75 |
Heartland FC vs Akwa United Stats
Key Stats
| Heartland FC | Akwa United | |
|---|---|---|
| 0.74 | Attacking Strength | 0.86 |
| 0.69 | Defence Strength | 0.88 |
| 1.2 | Points Per Game | 1.7 |
| 3/10 | WIN | 5/10 |
| 3/10 | DRAW | 2/10 |
| 5/10 | Clean Sheets | 4/10 |
| 1/10 | BTTS | 3/10 |
| 0/10 | Over 2.5 Goals | 2/10 |
| 0.7 | Average Scored | 1.2 |
Goals Scored vs Goals Conceded
Heartland FC are averaging 0.7 goals scored and 0.6 conceded per match, while Akwa United average 1.2 scored and 0.8 conceded per game.