Lion City vs Tanjong Pagar Prediction: The Sailors won’t hold back at halftime

After two games without a breakthrough, Lion City will strive for the maximum points when they host Tanjong Pagar at the Toa Payoh Stadium on Thursday.

Lion City (3rd)

Last five matches: WWWLL

After losing their eight games unbeaten run against DPMM, Lion City bowed to another defeat against Albirex Niigata. The game kicked-off with both sides settling for a halftime draw; however, the second half breathed life when the Sailors struck first. Albirex responded with three goals as they snatched the lead. Lion City returned to the third spot on the log and are now five points behind the league leaders.

Lion City have won seven, lost once and drawn one over their last nine home games.

Tanjong Pagar (8th)

Last five games: LLLLD

The Jaguars' winless run continued as they shared the spoils against Geylang International. Tanjong Pagar played one of the best games in a long time against the visitors but failed to secure the maximum points after settling for a (2-2) tie. The Jaguars looked more convincing and even got two goals against the visitors.

Tanjong Pagar have been struggling to win games this season and have lost thirteen in their last nineteen games. Since their scrappy victory against Young Lions, Tanjong Pagar have lost five and drawn once. In those matches, they conceded twenty-two times while scoring nine. Tanjong's major problem lies in their defence, as they have conceded more than a goal over their last ten games. Tanjong Pagar have won three and lost seven away from home this season.

Expert Betting Tips

Over their previous twenty meetings, Lion City have won seventeen while Tanjong Pagar have recorded a victory and two games ending in a draw. Lion City have won ten consecutive games over the visitors. Lion City head here after two tough games and will be desperate to bounce back against Tanjong Pagar, who are yet to win in their last six games. The Sailors will be confident to play at home, and we expect them to win before the break for 1.50.

We also expect to see more than a goal before the break for 1.59.

Lion City are expected to win and score more than three goals for 2.50.

Good luck!