Prediction Pohang Steelers vs Tampines Rovers 2025/2026 – Betting Tips for the AFC Champions League Two on 06/11/2025

Match snapshot and context

Pohang Steelers welcome Tampines Rovers to Steelyard Stadium on November 6 in what promises to be a compelling Group Stage clash of the AFC Champions League Two. The numbers paint a clear picture: Tampines top the group with nine points after three wins, while Pohang sit second with six. There’s a recent memory to consider too — Tampines edged Pohang 1-0 in their meeting on October 23 — but form and match dynamics since then add layers to this encounter. Pohang arrive off a narrow 1-0 league victory on November 1, a result that keeps momentum in their camp. Tampines, meanwhile, have continued to pick up results domestically and in the group, showing resilience on the road and confidence in front of goal.

Tactical edges and statistical clues

What jumps off the page is Pohang’s dominance in match control metrics. Their home statistics show a heavy attacking footprint — more than double Tampines for total shots and an enormous advantage in attacks and dangerous attacks (111.67 vs 53.67 attacks on average, and 78.67 vs 34.67 dangerous attacks). Corner averages heavily favor Pohang too, hinting at sustained pressure inside the opponent’s box. Tampines are efficient and clinical — six group goals scored with just one conceded — but their attacking volume is lower. The head-to-head result earlier in the competition proves Tampines can hurt Pohang, yet the underlying data suggests Pohang’s at-home game is built for control and pressure.

Betting interpretation and prediction

Bookmakers have installed Pohang as strong favorites with home odds around 1.29, reflecting a market view that the Steelers’ home superiority should be decisive. That aligns with the match stats showing Pohang generate a markedly higher volume of shots, corners and dangerous situations. Tampines’ unbeaten group run cannot be ignored, and their recent domestic wins show they’re no pushovers — Faris Ramli’s influence in the most recent Tam pines win and Juninho Rocha’s solid showing for Pohang underline that both squads have match-winners capable of decisive moments.

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Betting suggestion: Back Pohang Steelers to win (1X2). The home team’s volume of attacks, shots and set-piece opportunities suggests they’ll impose a style that should trouble Tampines; the market’s short price reflects this and is the clearest value option in the available markets.