Albirex Niigata vs Hougang United Prediction: The hosts' side are the favourite to amass all the points here

On Tuesday, Albirex Niigata will square off against Hougang United at the Jurong East Stadium. The White Swans have been firing from all cylinders lately, and it seems they are back on their feet after a devastating start to the season. At the same time, the guests' form have nosedived lately, heading here without a win in four games. 

Albirex Niigata (5th)

Last five games: WLWWW

Since their terrible (5-1) defeat against Geylang International, the White Swans march here with three consecutive victories in the league. More recently, they picked up a shocking victory over Tampines Rovers on the road. The (2-3) win was their fifth in seven games, scoring sixteen and conceding twelve in that period. 

Albirex Niigata have now won seven of their last seventeen matches in the league as they sit in fifth place on the log. Albirex Niigata might definitely finish strong this season, provided they maintain their momentum. 

The White Swans have won five and lost three times at home this season. 

Hougang United (8th)

Last five games: LDDDL

The guests have now gone five games without a breakthrough, sharing the spoils in three games and losing twice. More recently, Hougang United suffered their first defeat in four games, conceding three and scoring once. The (3-1) loss was after their three consecutive stalemates against Tampines Rovers, Young Lions and Brunei DPMM. 

Hougang United have drawn the joint most games (7) this campaign and have been below par lately. 

The Cheetahs have won once, drawn three, and lost five over their last nine away games. 

Expert Betting Tips

Hougang United have managed four wins over their last twenty meetings, while Albirex Niigata have won eleven and five matches, ending in a stalemate. The hosts are on a good run of form and have turned the tides after their poor start to the season. 

Albirex Niigata have won 97% of all their points at home this season, and we think they’ll take advantage of their opponent, who have managed a win on the road this season. Both teams will likely get a goal apiece and the Albirex Niigata will maintain their unbeaten run; bet on a home win and BTTS for 2.45.

We believe this game will produce less than four goals for 1.63.

Good luck!