Tampines Rovers vs Geylang International Prediction: The Stags must win to retain the top spot

Title contenders Tampines Rovers must win when they host Geylang International at the Our Tampines Rovers Hub to overtake Albirex Niigata at the top of the standings.

Tampines Rovers (3rd)

Last five games: WDDWW

The Stags have been inconsistent in their last seven matches, although they have had five wins and two stalemates. Tampines Rovers used to outscore their opponent but have struggled in their previous seven games. Ten men Tampines Rovers recorded a much-deserved victory over Young Lions. It started with a (1-1) draw before the break; however, Tampines Rovers keeper Syazwan Buhari was shown a straight red card for a capital offense. Instead of defending, Tampines Rovers surged forward and got two goals before a consolation goal from the home side. It ended in a (2-3) victory for the visitors, who gave their all on the pitch of play.

Tampines Rovers have kept nine clean sheets and scored thirty-five this season (the fewest of the top three). Tampines Rovers have won six, drawn twice, and lost once at home this season.

Geylang International (5th)

Last five games: WWDLD

The Eagles continued to struggle without their best player as they settled for a (2-2) draw against Tanjong Pagar on the road. Goals for the two sides in both halves ensured points were shared. Geylang International played their second game without V. Bezecourt, who have scored in three consecutive matches and will miss their next game after being forced out in the encounter against Tampines Rovers.

Geylang International are far from achieving their target this season as they trail third-placed Lion City by eighteen points.

Geylang have won three, drawn twice, and lost four away from home this season.

Expert Betting Tips

Over their previous twenty meetings, Tampines Rovers have won eleven while Geylang International have recorded two victories and seven games ending in a share of the spoils. Tampines Rovers have struggled to score goals this season, as their main priority is to defend. They are the only side that can challenge Albirex Niigata for the title, and a defeat here might end their hopes of winning the SPL. On the other hand, Geylang International have struggled in their last two games, and without their starman V. Bezecourt, we can’t see them challenge the home side here. Tampines Rovers are the favorite, knowing full well that a win here will take them to the top of the log; bet on a home win and over 1.5 goals for 1.50.

We expect to see less than a goal before the break for 1.80.

Bet on a total of under 3.5 goals for 2.20.

Good luck!