Anthem RC vs Houston SaberCats Prediction: SaberCats to take advantage of the struggling home side

At American Legion Memorial Stadium, Anthem RC will play host to Houston SaberCats in round six of the Major League Rugby. The two teams lone meeting ended in a win for the SaberCats. Can the Anthem RC pick up their maiden win in this fixture?

Anthem RC

Anthem RC played Old Glory DC the last time out and ended on the losing end. In a 26-22 close contest, Anthem RC gave up a 14-22 lead at halftime after losing 12-0 in the second half. In the meantime, that defeat was Anthem RC’s fourth this season and 20 in consecutive matches. In that run, this team lost to Miami Sharks, San Diego Legion, NOLA Gold, New England Free Jacks, Chicago Hounds, Old Glory DC, and Los Angeles RFC, among others. Ahead of this game, this team sits in the bottom spot of the Eastern Conference with three points, being the only side without a win this season. 

Houston SaberCats

Houston SaberCats played Utah Warriors the previous weekend and secured a win. In a 17-37 contest, this team won each half, pulling off a 5-20 win at halftime, before a 12-17 close second half victory. In the meantime, the Houston SaberCats have won three consecutive matches despite opening their season with a defeat to the Chicago Hounds. In that run, this team defeated Los Angeles RFC and Seattle Seawolves. Ahead of this game, Houston SaberCats sit in second spot in the Western Conference with 15 points, five behind first-placed San Diego Legion. 

Expert Betting Tips

The Houston SaberCats are clear in this fixture, and I will back them to win with a good margin. However, considering how much Anthem RC have struggled this season, I will back the visitors to win from halftime in a game they should dominate. 

Our first option is first half handicap W2 (-6.5) with odds at 1.78 on 1Xbet

Our second option is handicap W2 (-15.5) with odds at 1.90 on Bet365

Our last option is total even yes with odds at 1.83 on Betway