Balestier Central vs Tanjong Pagar Prediction: The hosts can’t afford to lose against their opponent

Balestier Central will square off against Tanjong Pagar at the Bishan Stadium on Wednesday. The guests have been inconsistent this season, and they must be at their best to see off the hosts here. At the same time, the Tigers have had a great start to the season but head here with a devastating loss against Albirex Niigata on the road. 

Last five games. DWWLL

The Tigers have retrogressed lately, marching here with back-to-back defeats. In both games, they conceded eleven and scored four times. More recently, they suffered a strange loss against Albirex Niigata, conceding seven goals. They were tactically overwhelmed by their struggling opponent and they’ll be keen to return to winning ways here. The defeat halted their unbeaten run in the league as they dropped to the fourth spot on the log. 

Balestier Central have scored more than a goal in all their matches this season, but their defence has been abysmal this campaign, which might cost them a top-four finish in the long run. 

Peter de Roo's men have won twice, lost two times and drawn a game at home this season. 

Last five matches: LWLWL

After a decent halftime performance, the Jaguars surrendered in the second half as their opponent came back to secure the maximum points. Tanjong Pagar conceded four goals after the break despite scoring three at halftime. It was a defensive glitch as they were overrun by Geylang International. 

They have conceded in all their games this season as they sit in 7th spot on the log. Tanjong Pagar have started this campaign with their usual momentum, and their last two wins have come against a struggling team.

Tanjong Pagar have lost four consecutive matches away from home this season.

Over their previous twenty meetings, Balestier have won thirteen times while Tanjong Pagar have won five and two matches ending in a tie. Tanjong Pagar showed some signs of improvement in their recent game, but they were let down by their terrible defence. At the same time, Balestier Central were overrun by a struggling Albirex Niigata. 

Both teams will fight for the maximum points here; however, the hosts stand a better chance in front of their home supporters. 

We think the guests will likely find the back of the net here; bet on halftime BTTS for 2.32.

We expect to see a home win and over 3.5 goals for 1.70.

Good luck!