Johor Darul Ta'zim vs Sri Pahang FC Prediction: The Tigers Will Assert Their Dominance From The Get Go

Johor Darul Ta'zim will welcome Sri Pahang FC to the Sultan Ibrahim Stadium in the fourth round of the Malaysia Super League. 

Let's have a look at the latest Malaysia Super League predictions between Johor Darul Ta'zim vs. Sri Pahang FC, match facts and betting odds for you to consider!

Note: Odds are subject to change at any time!

Johor Darul Ta'zim

After 3 rounds, Johor Darul Ta'zim occupies the top spot with 9 points in the league standings. They have maintained a two-point cushion over second-placed and third-placed Terengganu and Sabah FC, respectively. It's safe to say the defending champions, who clinched their tenth consecutive league title in the previous season, have commenced the current season impressively. 

In the last round of the Super League, they defeated Kuala Lumpur 5-1 away from home before going on to book their place in the quarterfinals of the Malaysia FA Cup, recording a comfortable 4-0 home victory over Kelantan United. The Tigers are currently on a four-match winning streak across all competitions and come into this match brimming with confidence. 

Sri Pahang FC

Sri Pahang FC sits fifth with four points in the league standings, level on points with sixth-placed PDRM. They are one point ahead of seventh-placed and eighth-placed Penang and Perak, respectively. Pahang have played a game less and trail league leaders Johor Darul Ta'zim by five points.

Their journey in the Malaysia FA Cup was shortlived, losing 4-3 on penalties to Penang in the round of 16 at Stadium Temerloh after playing out a 1-1 draw in regular time.This follows a thrilling league contest against Kuching City FC, which saw them come from two goals behind to play out a 2-2 draw. They are currently on a two-match unbeaten run and will use this momentum to their advantage to secure a favorable outcome against a formidable force. 

Match Facts

• Johor Darul Ta'zim is currently on a nine-match winning streak across all competitions.
• Sri Pahang FC are currently on a six-match winless run when playing away against Johor Darul Ta'zim.
• Johor Darul Ta'zim averages 3.4 goals per game when playing at home, and Sri Pahang FC averages 1.4 goals per game when playing away.

Head-To-Head

In the last 21 meetings, Johor Darul Ta'zim has won 14 times, Pahang has won 2 times, and there have been 5 draws, with the goal difference being 44-17 in favor of Johor Darul Ta'zim. 

Expert Betting Tips

Johor Darul Ta'zim have proven that they are still a force to be reckoned with this season, claiming maximum points from their last three matches. The Tigers are currently on a two-match winning streak against Sri Pahang FC while keeping a clean sheet in those matches, and with a star-studded team in their camp, a repeat of the same outcomes is to be expected. 

Therefore, support the home side in the full-time market combined with the total of under 5.5 goals, which should suffice.

• W1 & TU 3.5 for 2.17
• Both Teams To Score - No for 1.82