"Home have been proving their title credentials after successive wins, while the Koreans have flattered to deceive, with both results against Geylang and Sengkang proving to be flashes-in-the-pan."
Home United begin their new campaign in the Singapore Cup with a matchup against the league new entrants of this year, the Korean Super Reds.
The Koreans have not exactly set the league alight with their bold assumption that they would finish third in the standings with football based on youthful exuberance. Meanwhile, Home had moved back to a joint top of the league standings with a comprehensive 3-1 win over 2005 champions Tampines in the league race.
HUFC has to proceed this tie with caution – their first assignment on the defence of their title failed miserably in 2006 where they were dumped unceremoniously out of the tournament at the first hurdle in 2006. A 4-0 victory at Bishan by Thai side Chonburi sealed their fate.
Comparing the form of the two teams, one could more or less tell which team would by far stand the better chance of winning. Home have been proving their title credentials after successive wins, while the Koreans have flattered to deceive, with both results against Geylang and Sengkang (a win and a draw respectively) proving to be flashes-in-the-pan. The Koreans may be travelling to Bishan in a brighter mood, but the 5-1 loss to Home on the opening day of the current Sleague competition should keep their optimism in check.
With an extra incentive of winning the Cup again since 2005, the Protectors can be counted on to give their all. The stumbling blocks remain where a SAFFC lies in wait for the semi finals, if the players can successfully negotiate the first round and the quarter finals of the Singapore Cup. Expect the Protectors to go on the attack.
(article from hufc.com)
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