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Darul Ta'zim will play host to Buriram United at Stadium Sultan Ibrahim Larkin in the AFC Champions League Elite on Tuesday. The East Region remains the toughest group, where 10 out of the 12 teams can still qualify.
Darul Ta'zim vs Buriram United Preview
Darul Ta'zim were humbled on the road 1-0 by Shandong Taishan in the previous matchday, which was their second defeat in the league phase. However, they boast two wins and one draw, which leaves them in the fifth spot on seven points. They will advance to the round of 16 if they finish in this position.
Harimau Selatan are tied on seven points with four other teams, meaning they could be outstripped if they drop points in the upcoming fixture. The hosts are set to play their third home game in the league phase, following a flawless run in the previous two. They will be banking on their home advantage once again.
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Buriram United also hold seven points on the board from two wins and one draw but sit outside the qualification zone in ninth place. A win on Tuesday would get them in and probably into the top four. They will hope to replicate their shock 2-1 away win over Central Coast Mariners on matchday two.
Thunder Castle won the Thai League 1 title last season to earn a continental spot. They sit second with 27 points in the ongoing season after 11 rounds of matches, trailing the top spot by three points. However, they will be able to cover that gap thanks to the four matches they have in hand.
Darul Ta'zim vs Buriram United Head-to-Head and Key Numbers
- Darul Ta'zim have suffered only two defeats in their last 32 matches in all competitions.
- Darul Ta'zim have won their last 10 matches at home in all competitions.
- Darul Ta'zim have scored 17 goals and conceded only once in their last five matches.
- Buriram United have won thrice, drawn once and lost once in their last five matches on the road.
- Darul Ta'zim have won four times and lost once in their last five matches while Buriram United have won twice, drawn once and lost twice. Form Guide: Darul Ta'zim – W-L-W-W-W, Buriram United – L-W-W-D-L.
Darul Ta'zim vs Buriram United Prediction
Arif Aiman claims he wants to be top scorer in the group. He has netted four goals for Darul Ta'zim so far, but is trailing the top scorer by three goals.
Buriram United will need to be at their best to bring down a team who are unbeaten in their last 20 matches at home.
Darul Ta'zim are the favorites based on home advantage.
Prediction: Darul Ta'zim 3-1 Buriram United
Darul Ta'zim vs Buriram United Betting Tips
Tip 1: Result – Darul Ta'zim to win
Tip 2: Game to have over 2.5 goals – Yes
Tip 3: Darul Ta'zim to score first – Yes
Tip 4: Buriram United to score - Yes
