By Timothy Nwobodo

Bendel Insurance will be chasing their first away victory of the 2026/27 Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) season when they take on newly promoted Ranchers Bees in a Matchday 4 clash at the Sani Abacha Stadium, Kano today, Kick-off is set for 4pm.

The Benin Arsenal travel north on the back of an impressive 4-2 victory over Kun Khalifat FC at the Samuel Ogbemudia Stadium last Sunday, a result that restored confidence after their narrow 1-0 defeat to Nasarawa United in Lafia.

Insurance had started the campaign brightly, defeating neighbours Warri Wolves 2-1 at home, with Kayode Oke converting a penalty before Alex Oweifaleya struck early in the second half.

After the setback in Lafia, coach Kennedy Boboye’s men responded in style against Kun Khalifat. Oweifaleya and Suraju Lawal put Insurance two goals ahead in the first half, while Chinedu Nwosu’s second-half brace completed the 4-2 triumph.

Insurance currently have six points from their opening three matches and will be looking to extend their strong start with a positive result in Kano.

Standing in their way are Ranchers Bees, who are yet to record a victory since returning to the NPFL. The hosts have collected three points from their first three matches and will be eager to give their home supporters something to celebrate.

Saturday’s encounter will also be the first NPFL meeting between the two clubs, adding another layer of interest to the fixture.

With Ranchers Bees desperate for their first win and Bendel Insurance seeking their first points away from home, the Sani Abacha Stadium is set for an intriguing Matchday 4 contest.