Hoang Anh Gia Lai vs Thanh Hoa Prediction: Give Accolades To Both Sides

Gia Lai’s Highlanders will contest three points at the Pleiku Grounds against second-place contenders Thanh Hoa ahead of the fifth round of the V League. The two sides have kicked their campaign off to flying starts, avoiding losses in their last three league games and fostering their respective unbeaten streaks.

Recent Form: W-W-D-D

The Highlanders have been untouchable in the last four league games, with eight points pulled from these encounters. Last week, they shared spoils in a 1-1 encounter against SHB Da Nang despite taking an early lead in the 34th minute, which was neutralised in the 68th minute of the second half.

Two games at home have seen the side take a win (2-0 against Song Lam)and one stalemate (0-0 against Nam Dinh).

Jairo Rodriguez is expected to help his team push their limits in this game while doubling as an aerial threat in set pieces.

Last Five Matches: L-W-W-W

Dong A Thanh Hoa has been through the last three games with decisive victories. Before last week’s 4-1 win over Binh Dinh, they maintained maximum dominance over Hai Phong in a 3-1 league playout. With nine goals in just four games, it is safe to say that the team has high hopes for the season.

Away from home, they have played across various competitions, playing five games to seize two victories, two stalemates and one loss in five games.

In recent games, Luis Antonio remains the red-tagged player, scoring freely for his side.

The last four games between the sides produced two stalemates and two wins for Hoang Gia Lai. All games made a BTTS, with three of four games averaging more than two goals (O2.5)

These are our optimal choices for this clash:

• The first option for this clash is a BTTS from Betway at 1.86 odds.
• The last envisaged outcome is for Over two goals. 1xbet tips this at 2.18 odds.
• A stalemate is also feasible here at 2.62 odds with bet365.