Dpmm Fc vs Hougang United: Prediction, Preview, Picks & Odds - 3/31/2023

by Chuck Sommers

Thursday, Mar 30, 2023
Time: 9 a.m. ET
Venue: Jalan Besar Stadium, Singapore

Opening Odds at USA Sportsbooks


DraftKings: NL
BetMGM: NL
Caesars: NL

Season record
DPMM: 1-0-3
Hougang: 1-0-3

DPMM - Hougang preview and analysis


On March 31, 2023, Brunei's DPMM FC will take on Singapore's Hougang United in a highly anticipated match at the Hassanal Bolkiah National Stadium in Brunei. The two teams are both members of the AIA Singapore Premier League, the top professional football league in Singapore, and this game promises to be a thrilling contest between two highly skilled sides.

DPMM FC, also known as the "Wasps," are one of the most successful teams in the Singapore Premier League, having won the title four times in their history. They are known for their organized defense and disciplined approach to the game, and have a strong fan base, with thousands of supporters expected to turn up to cheer them on.

Hougang United, on the other hand, have been one of the most exciting teams in the Singapore Premier League in recent years, finishing in the top half of the table in the last three seasons. They are known for their attacking style of play, and will be looking to take advantage of DPMM's defensive tendencies.

Heading into the match, both teams have had mixed fortunes in the league so far this season. DPMM FC have had a slow start to the season, having won just one of their opening four games. Their defense has been solid, conceding just three goals in those games, but their attack has struggled, scoring just two goals.

Hougang United, on the other hand, have had a solid start to the season, winning two and drawing one of their opening four games. They have scored six goals in those games, with their attacking trio of Stipe Plazibat, Shawal Anuar, and Faris Ramli causing problems for opposition defenses.

One player to watch in the game will be DPMM's Brazilian forward, Rafael Ramazotti. Ramazotti has been one of DPMM's standout players in recent seasons, scoring 19 goals in 22 games last season. He has started this season in good form, scoring one goal in his first four games, and will be looking to add to his tally against Hougang United.

For Hougang, all eyes will be on their star forward, Stipe Plazibat. The Croatian striker joined the club in the offseason and has already made a big impact, scoring three goals in his first four games. He will be looking to continue his hot streak against DPMM and prove why he is one of the best players in the league.

Overall, this promises to be an exciting match between two evenly matched teams. DPMM will be looking to bounce back from their slow start to the season and get their title challenge back on track, while Hougang United will be looking to continue their good form and push for a top-four finish. With both teams possessing talented attacking players, it could be a high-scoring affair, with plenty of goals and drama expected.

One of the key battles in the game will be in midfield, where DPMM's Brazilian duo of Andrei Varankou and Paulo Sergio will be up against Hougang United's Japanese midfielder, Naoki Hara. Varankou and Sergio are both strong, physical players who can break up play and start attacks with their passing, while Hara is a more technical player who likes to dictate the tempo of the game. Whoever comes out on top in this battle could have a big influence on the outcome of the game.

Another key factor in the game could be the performances of the two goalkeepers, DPMM's Wardun Yussof and Hougang United's Ridhuan Barudin. Both keepers have been in good form this season, making some crucial saves to keep their teams in games. If either keeper can produce a match-winning performance, it could be the difference between the two sides.

Prediction

There's something to be said about Singapore soccer. A fun time to be had by all. Watch how this one goes. Hougang 3, DPMM 1

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Chuck Sommers

About the Author:

Chuck Sommers has camped outside of sportsbooks since he can remember, learning the tricks and nuances of the trade. He still has nightmares of betting $5,000 on the Raiders in the Tuck Rule game but has since turned that to 25 years of veteran handicapping greatness. You can find him mostly in the shadows at the Red Rock or Aliante casinos wondering if the over is cashing on any given Sunday.

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