Sukhothai vs Uthani Thani Prediction: Uthani Loves A Close Game; Expect Less Than Three Goals

As the Fire Bats of Sukhothai FC clash with the Elephants of Uthani Thani ahead of Matchday 5, tension rocks the Thung Thalay Stadium, which has never seen the hosts gain victory against Uthani Thani. Too much is at stake for Uthani Thani, who has struggled to get a win since the league’s inception. Since the two sides have been piss-poor in front of the goal, not much is expected of either side, even though the tendency of a stalemate is extremely low.

Last Five Matches: L-D-W-L

The Bats of Sukhothai meander their paths through the first four games of the league, from which they have taken two losses, one stalemate, and one win. The 2-0 win over Prachaup FC couldn't extend to last week’s clash against Port FC, who demolished their expectations with a 4-1 defeat.

Sukhothai has played two home games to secure a win and one loss. As such, there is slight hope against Uthani Thani, whose last visit to the Thung Thalay ended in a 3-1 loss. They may be in better form, but they faced a team that wishes to relive the previous experience on their turf.

All fingers turn to high-pressing John Baggio, playmaker from the left wing who is expected to cut back and decimate Uthani last lines.

Recent Form: L-D-D-D

The Elephants of Uthani Thani search for their first victory this season, having fallen face first in the 1-0 league opener against Lamphun Warrior. Since then, they have gone three games with stalemates against Ratchaburi FC (1-1), Bangkok United (0-0), and Nakhon Ratchasima (1-1).

Uthani has played three games away from home this season and has failed to snatch victory in all their endeavors. An existing bias lies for this game, as they were successful with a 3-1 victory the last time they visited Sukhothai’s turf.

The player of reckoning is James Beresford, who was phenomenal in the games against Bangkok United and Nakhon Ratchasima. His speed down the flank lines should add to the midfield force, where most of this game would be played.

Two recent games between the sides produced a win for Uthani Thani and a stalemate.

Most of this game would be played in the midfield, so we can't see many goals happening here. Whether or not Uthani scores depends on Sukhothai's resistive nature. Here are our options:

• Under 2.5 goals at 2.10 odds from Bet365
• BTTS at 1.60 odds from Betway
• A win for Sukhothai FC at 2.44 odds from 1xbet.