With much desire and expectations to get their CAF Champions League campaign revive, Rivers United will host Morocco’s Renaissance Sportive de Berkane in a crucial Group A fixture on Friday, 28 November, at the Godswill Akpabio International Stadium in Uyo,
The Pride of Rivers got hit with a challenging start to the group stage, falling 3–0 to Pyramids FC in Cairo despite showing moments of resilience. Finidi George and his squad now face the task of securing their first points in the group against a seasoned RS Berkane team.
RS Berkane has arrived in the city of Uyo, Akwa Ibom State in strong form, having opened their campaign with a commanding 3–0 win over Zambia’s Power Dynamos. The three-time CAF Confederation Cup champions, carry both experience and pedigree, making them one of the most formidable opponents in the group.
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Rivers United review
After Rivers United have played 5 CAF Champions League games this season, the Port Harcourt outlet has recorded 2 victories, 2 losses, and 1 draws, including 2 wins at home. These WDL statistics have led the team to 4th place in the standings. On average, Finidi George’s side has scored 4 goals and conceded 1 goal per game, with a goal difference of +3.
Unarguably, Rivers United typically scores an average of 36 goals per game, when playing at home. From a clear statistics analysis, it shows that it takes the Pride of Rivers an average of 36 minutes to score a goal at their home stadium.
Renaissance Sportive de Berkane review
After playing 5 games in the current CAF Champions League season, it is however recorded that the RS Berkane has won 0 of its away matches and, in total, has secured 3 wins, 0 losses, and 2 draws. Which means the team has scored 2 goals and conceded 2 goals, resulting in a goal difference of 0. Currently, Renaissance Sportive de Berkane is in 2nd place in the standings.
Statistics shows that it takes Renaissance Sportive de Berkane players around 45 minutes of game time to score an away goal.
Match prediction
After collecting all the available Rivers United and Renaissance Sportive de Berkane data, and based on their analysis, both teams will do their best on the field to win the match. But still, we found a bet which can be completely beneficial. On that note, our prediction for Rivers United Renaissance Sportive de Berkane – Double chance – 1X.
• Home either win or draw
