Russia vs Nigeria: Team Comparison
RussiavsNigeria 
Comparing Russia and Nigeria across the metrics that matter, the model leans toward Russia — a 54% win probability once the bookmaker margin is stripped out. The draw sits at 26%. Below, the head-to-head numbers show where that edge comes from.
The detail backs this up: Russia project for more goals (1.83 xG), Russia have the better head-to-head record. Read together, these are the factors separating the two sides — not a single number but the weight of several pointing the same way.
| Russia | Metric | Nigeria |
|---|---|---|
| 71 | Strength rating | 39 |
| 54% | Win probability | 20% |
| W W L D W | Recent form | L D W W D |
| 0 | Head-to-head wins | 0 |
| 1.83 | Expected goals | 0.81 |
Comparison based on odds, recent form and head-to-head data. For information only — not betting advice. 18+.
Who is more likely to win, Russia or Nigeria?
The model favours Russia at 54%, with the draw at 26%.