Geylang International FC vs Lion City FC Prediction: The Sailors will rest some key players

Geylang International will need to obtain the maximum points to advance when they host the unbeaten Lion City at Our Tampines Hub on Thursday.

Geylang International

The Eagles began their Cup campaign with a home loss against Balestier Central, followed by a (2-2) hard-fought stalemate against Pathum United on Match Day 2. Recently, they suffered a shocking loss against Tanjong Pagar on the road, which simply indicates their nonchalant approach to this competition. It hasn’t been rosy for Geylang International lately, as they have managed one win in their last seven matches in all competitions. 

They have now scored 82 goals over their last twenty-six league games while conceding (45) times since the start of the season. 

Noor Ali's men have picked up a point in their last three Cup games and must be at their best to amass all the points here.

Lion City

The Sailors began their journey with a commanding (4-1) victory against Tanjong Pagar at home. More recently, they scored four times and conceded once against Balestier United on their ground. Lion City have been pretty much decent in this competition, winning their last two matches.

Lion City are the defending champions, and they’ll be keen to retain the title this time. Despite playing just two matches, they currently sit in second place, and they’ll be eager to win the group.

Expert Betting Tips

Over their previous ten meetings, Geylang International have won once while Lion City have won six and three games, ending in a share of the spoils. Geylang International's hope of making it out of the group relies so much in this encounter as they must win here to stand a chance. They have lost twice and drawn once against teams below them in this competition. 

Lion City might not feature all of their key players as they have an important game in the Asian Championship later next month. But I still believe they are capable of securing the maximum against a struggling Geylang International; bet on an away win for 1.65 at (1xbet).

I also think the guests might likely get a halftime victory here for 1.92 at (Bet365).

Geylang International are out of the race for a knockout game, but since it’s against a big team, they might definitely put up a fight here; bet on an away win or draw and BTTS for 1.72 at (Betway).

Good luck!