Hougang United vs Tampines Rovers Prediction: Rhus encounter won’t deprive us of goals

Defending champions Tampines Rovers will square off Hougang United at the Yishun Stadium on Saturday. This is the second time both sides will compete in this competition, first in the group stage and now in the final.

Hougang United

The visitors were lucky to have made it to this level after being tied on points with Tanjong Pagar in the second spot. They won twice while recording a loss against Tanjong Pagar in Group B.

Hougang have shown they can go toe to toe with the top guys in this competition as they knocked out Albirex Niigata in the semifinals. Hougang will be hopeful of securing the trophy for the first time in their history.

Tampines Rovers

Tampines Rovers have been the most exciting team in this competition so far, having lost once and won twice in the group. They secured the top spot despite bowing to a defeat in their last game. They scored seven times while conceding four times.

The Stags destroyed Balestier Central home and away with (a 9-1) aggregate score in the semifinals. Tampines Rovers have won the trophy four times, with the most recent in 2019.

Expert Betting Tips

Tampines Rovers have won eleven, while Hougang United have recorded eight victories with a game ending in a draw in the previous twenty meetings. Both sides met thirteen days ago, with Hougang securing all the points. The victory came after Tampines secured the top spot. It has always been a tough contest between both sides, and we expect to see lots of goals here. Bet on BTTS and total over 2.5 goals for 1.45.

Tampines Rovers have won this cup more than any other team in the tournament, and we expect them to win here for 1.75.

Bet on halftime over 1.5 goals for 1.68.

Good luck!