Hougang United vs Balestier Khalsa: match statistics
Balestier Khalsa appears to be the favorite in this fixture despite playing away. The visitors demonstrate significantly better scoring form, averaging 2.4 goals per away game, while Hougang United scores only once per match at home. A key factor is the hosts' catastrophic form; they have lost 4 of their last 5 home matches and have suffered defeats in 80% of their home games this season. Balestier Khalsa boasts a 40% away win rate and a 100% scoring record on the road (FTS% = 0), confirming their offensive potential. Although the visitors' defense is not their strong suit (averaging 2.4 goals conceded), their advantage in shot conversion (15% vs 9%) and superior overall form (3 wins in the last 5 matches) tip the scales in their favor. The hosts' goal difference (-8) in home matches further highlights their struggles, making a victory for Balestier Khalsa the most likely outcome.
Hougang United vs Balestier Khalsa: form, goals and key statistics
Game details
Hougang United played against Balestier Khalsa in S.League (Singapore). The game was played on March 9, 2026. Final score: 1:2.
Recent form
Hougang United has 3 wins, 0 draws and 2 losses over its last five games, averaging 1.80 points per game. Balestier Khalsa has 3 wins, 0 draws and 2 losses, with 1.80 points per game.
Scoring records
Hougang United scores 1.33 goals per game and allows 1.92. Balestier Khalsa scores 2.00 and allows 2.58. Games in this league average 3.78 goals.
BTTS and goal totals
Both teams score in 50% of Hougang United's games and 75% of Balestier Khalsa's. The Over 2.5 rates are 75% and 100%, compared with league averages of 56% for BTTS and 76% for Over 2.5.
xG and shots
Balestier Khalsa has the higher season xG average, 1.64 to 1.36 per game. Hougang United takes 10.8 shots per game, while Balestier Khalsa takes 13.8.
First-half and second-half trends
Hougang United leads at halftime in 17% of its games and scores 0.83 goals per game after halftime. Balestier Khalsa leads at halftime in 25% and scores 1.00 after halftime.
When the teams score
Hougang United's most productive scoring window is minutes 76-90+ (5 goals). For Balestier Khalsa, it is minutes 61-75 (6 goals). These are past scoring patterns, not predicted goal times.
League scoring profile
S.League games average 3.78 goals. Both teams score in 56% of games, and 76% finish with at least three goals.
Head-to-head record
Before this game, one previous meeting was available. The record was 1 home win, 0 draws and 0 away wins. Those games averaged 5.00 goals, with both teams scoring in 100% of them.
Archived pre-match analysis
This analysis was prepared before kick-off. The conclusions use only information available before the match and do not include the final result or post-match statistics.
General match analysis
Balestier Khalsa appears to be the favorite in this fixture despite playing away. The visitors demonstrate significantly better scoring form, averaging 2.4 goals per away game, while Hougang United scores only once per match at home. A key factor is the hosts' catastrophic form; they have lost 4 of their last 5 home matches and have suffered defeats in 80% of their home games this season. Balestier Khalsa boasts a 40% away win rate and a 100% scoring record on the road (FTS% = 0), confirming their offensive potential. Although the visitors' defense is not their strong suit (averaging 2.4 goals conceded), their advantage in shot conversion (15% vs 9%) and superior overall form (3 wins in the last 5 matches) tip the scales in their favor. The hosts' goal difference (-8) in home matches further highlights their struggles, making a victory for Balestier Khalsa the most likely outcome.
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Game stats
Pre-game profile— what do the season numbers say?
This team profile combines season stats and recent form. In-game statistics appear after the final whistle.
Team stats— who is more efficient?
Compare both teams' attacking and defensive records this season.
Shooting quality
| Hougang United | Balestier Khalsa | |
|---|---|---|
| Accuracy (shots on target) | 41% | 38% |
| Chance quality (xG per shot) | 0.13 | 0.12 |
| Finishing (goals per shot on target) | 0.30 | 0.39 |
xG per shot around 0.08 usually means long-range attempts; 0.15+ usually means box chances. The style label comes from possession, shot volume and conversion.
* xG (expected goals) says how many goals a team should score from its chances. If actual goals are above xG, finishing is above average; if below xG, chances are being missed.
Team form— who is in better shape?
Last five games and season record, overall, at home and away.
Goals— how do both teams score and concede?
How many goals both teams score and concede, plus how often they keep a clean sheet or fail to score.
Balestier Khalsa is 50% better for: goals scored per game.
1.33 goals / game - Hougang United · 2 goals / game - Balestier Khalsa
Hougang United is 34% better for: goals allowed per game.
1.92 goals / game - Hougang United · 2.58 goals / game - Balestier Khalsa
Hougang United scores in 75% of games (9 of 12 meczów), while Balestier Khalsa keeps a clean sheet in 0% (0 of 12 meczów).
Balestier Khalsa scores in 75% of games (9 of 12 meczów), while Hougang United keeps a clean sheet in 25% (3 of 12 meczów).
How often they score at least...
How often they concede at least...
* Statistics include both teams' home and away games this season.
Both teams scored (BTTS)— how often do both teams score?
How often games involving these teams produce goals at both ends, compared with the league average.
Goal patterns
BTTS and goal count
Goal count (Over/Under)— how often do these games cross the goal lines?
See how often games involving these teams clear each goal line, for the full game and each half.
Full game - team comparison (Over)
Over / Under - Hougang United
Over / Under - Balestier Khalsa
1st half
2nd half
Game halves— when do the teams score more often?
How teams split performance between first and second half: goals, points, clean sheets and half-time state.
Balestier Khalsa is 9% better for: first-half form (half-time points).
0.92 pts / game - Hougang United · 1 pts / game - Balestier Khalsa
Before half-time (1st half)
After half-time (2nd half)
Hougang United - second-half results
Leads at halftime in 17% of games and wins 42%. Also wins some games without leading at halftime.
Defense stays consistent across the full game.
Balestier Khalsa - second-half results
Leads at halftime in 25% of games and wins 42%. Also wins some games without leading at halftime.
Defense stays consistent across the full game.
| 1st half | 2nd half | |
|---|---|---|
| Points per game | 1.60 | 2.40 |
| Goals scored / game | 0.6 | 1.0 |
| Goals allowed / game | 0.4 | 0.8 |
| Average goals per game | 1.0 | 1.8 |
| 1 goal | 60% | 100% |
| 2 goals | 40% | 40% |
| 3 goals | 0% | 40% |
| Clean sheet | 80% | 60% |
| No goal | 60% | 20% |
| Goal difference | +1 | +1 |
| 1st half | 2nd half | |
|---|---|---|
| Points per game | 1.40 | 1.80 |
| Goals scored / game | 1.4 | 1.2 |
| Goals allowed / game | 1.6 | 0.8 |
| Average goals per game | 3.0 | 2.0 |
| 1 goal | 100% | 100% |
| 2 goals | 60% | 60% |
| 3 goals | 40% | 40% |
| Clean sheet | 20% | 40% |
| No goal | 20% | 40% |
| Goal difference | -1 | +2 |
* Table colors show frequency: green is common, yellow is moderate and red is rare. They are not team ratings.
Goals by minute— when do goals arrive?
The parts of a game in which both teams score and allow the most goals.
Most dangerous in minutes 76-90 (5 goals). Concedes most in 0-15 (5). Late-goal balance (76-90): 0.
Most dangerous in minutes 61-75 (6 goals). Concedes most in 31-45 (8). Late-goal balance (76-90): -1 - late phases are a weakness.
* Buckets 31-45 and 76-90 include added-time goals.
Additional team indicators— what do xG, efficiency and form show?
A comparison of chance quality, results and trends from completed games this season.
Game profile
Hougang United
Balestier Khalsa
* The estimated goal total and split, BTTS estimate, 0:0 risk and goal range use public season averages and frequencies for both teams. This is a statistical game profile, not a private model prediction or betting pick. The remaining indicators describe completed games from the season.
League context— is this a high-scoring league?
How both teams compare with league-wide averages (S.League).
Teams vs league
| Hougang United | Liga | Balestier Khalsa | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Average goals per game | ▼ 3.25 | 3.78 | ▲ 4.58 |
| Both teams scored | ▼ 50% | 56% | ▲ 75% |
| Min. 3 goals (Over 2.5) | • 75% | 76% | ▲ 100% |
| Clean sheets | ▲ 25% | 23% | ▼ 0% |
| Goal before half-time | ▼ 67% | 88% | ▲ 100% |
| Goal after half-time | ▲ 92% | 86% | ▲ 100% |
^ green = above league average, ˇ red = below league average. This shows direction of the gap, not a team rating.
Lineups and player events
Verified starters, substitutes and recorded player events for this match.
Home team
Starting lineup
Substitutes
Away team
Starting lineup
Substitutes
Match timeline
Goals, cards and substitutions arranged in chronological order.
Referee and managers
Open their season profiles to compare match records, goals and disciplinary trends.
Head-to-head
Record from Hougang United's perspective: 1 win, 0 draws and 0 losses against Balestier Khalsa. Games average 5.00 goals, and both teams scored in 100% of them.
FAQ
What was the result of Hougang United vs Balestier Khalsa?
The S.League match finished Hougang United 1:2 Balestier Khalsa. Full match statistics, the half-by-half breakdown and head-to-head are on this page.
What do the goal statistics show before Hougang United vs Balestier Khalsa?
Hougang United score 1.33 goals per game on average and Balestier Khalsa 2.00. The S.League average is 3.78 goals, with Over 2.5 landing in 76% of games. Both teams score in 50% of Hougang United's matches and 75% of Balestier Khalsa's.
What form are Hougang United and Balestier Khalsa in?
Over the last 5 games Hougang United have a 3-0-2 record (1.80 points per game) and Balestier Khalsa 3-0-2 (1.80 points per game).
Where can I find a betting tip and analysis for Hougang United vs Balestier Khalsa?
The statistical background for Hougang United vs Balestier Khalsa — form, head-to-head, goals, BTTS and Over/Under — is on this page. The tip with full reasoning and a value assessment is in the NoFluffPicks app.