Umu Chineke host struggling Seasiders at Umuahia Township Stadium seeking back-to-back wins.

Abia Warriors

Abia Warriors will seek to maintain their recent revival when they welcome Warri Wolves to the Umuahia Township Stadium on Sunday for Matchday 18 of the Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL).

The Umu Chineke come into the fixture full of confidence after securing an impressive away victory over newcomers Kun Khalifat in Owerri. That result snapped a five-match winless streak and provided a major boost as the first half of the season nears its conclusion.

Warri Wolves

Sitting comfortably in fourth place with 27 points from 17 games, Abia Warriors are determined to string together consecutive victories for the first time in recent weeks.

Warri Wolves, meanwhile, travel to Umuahia under pressure. The Seasiders have failed to win any of their last two league matches, including a home draw against bottom side Kano Pillars. They currently occupy ninth position with 23 points from 17 outings.

Both teams have shown similar attacking threat this season, averaging around 0.82 goals scored per game, though Wolves have been slightly more vulnerable defensively.

History favours the hosts slightly, with Abia Warriors winning three of the last five meetings between the sides, including a convincing 4-1 triumph on home soil in 2021.

Team news sees Abia Warriors without injured forward Ayodele Ezekiel, but captain Augustine Njoku returns from injury to strengthen the squad.

A closely contested encounter is expected as both sides look to end 2025 on a positive note. Kick-off is at the Umuahia Township Stadium.