Hougang United vs Balestier Khalsa prediction and betting tips - June 21, 2024
Hougang United FC
Balestier Khalsa FC
One of the matches of the 5th round of the Singapore Premier League will be played on Friday at the Jalan Besar Stadium, where the local Hougang United will host Balestier Khalsa. Here is a forecast for this match from the Dailysports expert team.
Hougang United FC
The "Cheetahs" have had an extremely poor start to the new Premier League season and are currently positioned second to last in the standings. In the 4 matches played, Hougang United has suffered three defeats and secured only one draw. Firdaus Kassim's team is already 9 points behind the league leaders, Tampines.
In the last round, Hougang United hosted Geylang United at home and suffered a heavy 2-6 defeat. As for their home statistics, in two matches on their own turf, the "Cheetahs" failed to earn a single point, losing not only to Geylang United but also to Lion City with a score of 1-4.
Balestier Khalsa
The "Reds" have had a slightly better start than their opponents and are currently in fifth place in the Singapore Premier League standings. In three matches played, Balestier Khalsa has accumulated 4 points, trailing the leaders Tampines by six points.
In the last round, Balestier Khalsa hosted Tampines and lost 2-4. The favorites scored twice by the 12th minute, but the "Reds" managed to equalize with two precise strikes from Tanaka. However, Balestier Khalsa couldn't hold on and secure even a single point. In their only away match, the team defeated Tanjong Pagar United.
Interesting facts about the match and head-to-head history
- Last season, in the Premier League, both teams exchanged away victories with identical scores of 3-1.
- Hougang United also defeated Balestier Khalsa in the Singapore Cup.
- In the last 10 encounters between these teams, both teams scored, and the matches consistently featured many goals.
Hougang United vs Balestier Khalsa Prediction
The hosts have looked dreadful in recent matches, and it is not surprising that Balestier Khalsa is considered the favorite for this game. Our bet is on "Balestier Khalsa to win" with odds of 1.62.
