Stadium: Toa Payoh Stadium
Time: 28.07.2023, 02:45 PM
Albirex Niigata will host title rivals Tampines Rovers at the Toa Payoh Stadium on Friday. The White Swans could end the title race with a victory; however, the visitors' win will further open up the possibility for another run.
Claim Your Welcome Bonus!Albirex Niigata (1st)
Last five games: DWDWW
The White Swans have been phenomenal since the beginning of the season and have won fifteen times, drawn two times while losing twice. Albirex Niigata dismantled Young Lions in their most recent encounter, scoring five times without a response from the visitors. K. Komatsu produced a five-star performance, scoring four times for his side, while H. Norhisam was also on the scoreboard. The victory came after their comeback win over Lion City at home.
The white Swans have strengthened their defense and have played eighteen games while conceding thirteen times, the least of all clubs. Albirex Niigata have been clinical in front of goal and have scored more than a goal in all but twice this season. Albirex Niigata have won nine and lost once at home this season.
Tampines Rovers (2nd)
Last five games: DDWWL
The Stags have been inconsistent in their last seven matches, despite winning five, sharing spoils twice, and losing once. Tampines Rovers failed to impress as an average Geylang International beat them at home. The defeat has been coming after their scrappy victories over average teams in their last four matches.
Tampines Rovers used to outscore their opponent but have struggled in their previous seven games. Tampines Rovers have kept nine clean sheets and scored thirty-seven this season (the fewest of the top three). Tampines Rovers are the best away side, with seven wins and three draws.
Expert Betting Tips
Over their previous twenty games, Albirex Niigata have won ten while Tampines Rovers have recorded five wins and five games ending in a tie. Tampines Rovers are unbeaten against the home side over their last three meetings. Albirex Niigata have been fantastic since the beginning of the season, as they sit at the top of the log with five games to wrap up the campaign. On the other hand, Tampines Rovers are on the verge of missing out on the title following their recent run. Top scorer Boris Kpoitovic picked up a knock in their defeat against Geylang International.
Moreover, Tampines Rovers have received back-to-back red cards in their last two games. After thoroughly reviewing their performance in the past, Albirex Niigata are our favorite pick for the maximum points here; they’re a step closer to retaining the league; bet on Albirex Niigata win for 1.75.
We expect to see more a goal before the break for 1.80.
The visitors will likely get a goal here; bet on BTTS and over 2.5 goals for 1.70.
Good luck!