Heartland vs Remo Stars: Expert predictions and betting tips for matchday 16

As the Nigeria Professional Football League, NPFL, enters matchday 16 in the 2023/2024 season on Thursday.  

Here is a look at some expert predictions and betting tips for the game between league leaders Remo Stars and Heartland in Owerri.

Relegation-threatened Heartland has sunk deeper into crisis after Governor of Imo State, Hope Uzodinma, ordered the sack of coach Kennedy Boboye and the reinstatement of sacked manager Christian Obi. 

The Imo State team host leaders Remo Stars, who will look to take advantage of the situation to hold firm to their spot at the top of the table.

In terms of form, Heartland has been shaky in the NPFL but tends to do better at home in Owerri.

Heartland has won two and lost two in their last five matches in the NPFL, with those two wins coming at home, with two clean sheets. 

On the other hand, the visitor, Remo, sits at the top of the away form, making them a formidable opposition for the host.

The Sky Blues have won three of the last five matches, with one draw, away to Niger Tornadoes. 

This could be a very tight contest despite Heartland’s precarious situation on and off the pitch.

However, Remo Stars with their brilliant away form, which stands at two wins and one draw in seven matches, could edge this one. 

Consider a draw or a narrow victory for Remo Stars in this particular clash. Also, the over or under 2.5 goals market might be another interesting choice given the defensive records of both teams.