Albirex Niigata vs Brunei DPMM Prediction: It won’t be business as usual for the hosts

On Saturday, Albirex Niigata will square off against Brunei DPMM at the Jurong East Stadium. The White Swans have been firing from all cylinders lately, and it seems they are back on their feet after a devastating start to the season. At the same time, the guests' form have nosedived lately, heading here with a win in five games. 

Last five games: LWWWW

The White Swans head here with a hard-fought (2-1) victory over Hougang United. Since their terrible (5-1) defeat against Geylang International, the White Swans march here with four consecutive wins in the league. Albirex Niigata, who were on the losing side up until the 85th minute, scored twice to overturn Hougang United's lead. 

Albirex Niigata have now won eight of their last eighteen matches in the league as they sit in fifth place on the log. Albirex Niigata might definitely finish strong this season, provided they maintain their momentum. 

The White Swans have won six and lost three times at home this season. 

Last five matches: DDWDL

James McAllister's men's six games without a defeat ended as they head here with a defeat against Young Lions. Their first defeat on their new home turf, conceding three goals without a response. Brunei DPMM, who won their recent home game against Tampines Rovers, became the only team that have failed to score against Young Lions since 2019. Before their devastating defeat, Brunei DPMM, who were excellent against Tampines Rovers, thought they had all the points in the bag until Hougang United scored in the 95th minute to split the points. Brunei DPMM have suffered seven defeats this campaign and can’t afford to drop points tomorrow; Brunei DPMM have now let in thirty-six goals in eighteen starts to the season. 

Brunei DPMM have won three, lost four, and drawn a game on the road this season. 

Brunei DPMM have managed four wins over their last twenty meetings, while Albirex Niigata have won eleven and five matches, ending in a stalemate. The hosts are on a good run of form and have turned the tides after their poor start to the season. 

Albirex Niigata have won 97% of all their points at home this season, and we think they’ll take advantage of their opponent, who were below par against Young Lions.

Albirex Niigata almost settled for a stalemate on their ground against Hougang, and it won’t be business as usual against Brunei DPMM, who will be keen to bounce back; bet on a home win or drawn and BTTS for 1.67.

We expect both teams to get a goal apiece before the break for 2.79.

We think the hosts will secure all the points here for 1.60.

Good luck!