Hougang United vs Lion City Prediction: The guests will get off to a flying start

Hougang United will begin their new campaign against last season's runner-up, Lions City, at the Jalan Besar Stadium on Friday. The Sailors are well motivated for this season after overwhelming their arch-rival in the community shield. At the same time, the hosts can only dream of fishing strong. 

The Cheetahs head into this campaign after wrapping up the league in 6th place. Hougang United scored the second-fewest goals (37) in the SPL and conceded the fourth-most goals (57). Hougang United were one of the worst teams in the division despite finishing 6th on the log, and we are not sure they’ll go far this time. The Cheetahs have spent a lot this campaign and have more than seven foreign players in their squad. 

After a disappointing season, which saw them lose the SPL title to Albirex Niigata for the second consecutive season, the Sailors consoled their fans by winning the Singapore FA Cup.

Lion City have been active during the past few weeks as they have signed four quality players and as well kept their key players. They head here after their success in the community shield against league champions Albirex Niigata. 

Lion City have won eleven, while Hougang United have recorded five wins and four games ending in a deadlock over their previous twenty meetings. Lion City head here with a victory over Albirex Niigata in the community shield. They played very well and scored twice to lift the trophy. At the same time, Hougang United have signed some top players as well but can’t compete against Lions City, who have been at the top of their game in previous seasons. We also expect the visitors to get a win in both halves for 2.12.

We expect an open game with more than a goal before the break for 1.70.

This game will produce a BTTS and over 2.5 goals for 1.70.

Good luck!