Tampines vs Cong An Ha Noi Prediction: 18.02.2026 AFC Champions League Two Preview

As the AFC Champions League Two 2025/26 Round of 16 concludes, Tampines host Cong An Ha Noi at Jalan Besar Stadium in Kallang. The two sides are no strangers, having met in both domestic and continental action within the past month—and both encounters resulted in emphatic wins for the Vietnamese powerhouse. While Cong An Ha Noi enter as heavy favorites, the stakes and recent bruising defeat give Tampines an invaluable shot at redemption on home turf in Singapore. Expect a tactical duel between Noh Rahman, leading Tampines, and Mano Pölking, who’s quickly shaped Cong An Ha Noi into one of Asia’s most dynamic attacking forces.

All eyes will be on Cong An Ha Noi striker Alan Grafite, whose recent scoring form has terrorized defenses, and Tampines’ forward Trent Buhagiar, a returning bright spot in an otherwise difficult spell. Neither side’s goalkeepers will rest easy: Syazwan Buhari’s reflexes in Tampines’ net will again be severely tested after conceding ten in two recent meetings, while Cong An Ha Noi keeper Filip Nguyen remains relatively untroubled but must remain vigilant against counter-threats.

The “hot stat”? Cong An Ha Noi have averaged 4 goals per match over their last 5 games, scoring a staggering 20 goals while conceding just 5. If ever there was a statement of continental intent, this is it.

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Tampines vs Cong An Ha Noi prediction

Given Cong An Ha Noi’s overwhelming dominance in recent head-to-heads—winning 4-0 and 6-1—and their electric attacking stats, the best value prediction points firmly towards an away win. Cong An Ha Noi’s 4-2-3-1, built around direct transitions and sharp forward movement, poses major matchup problems for an inconsistent Tampines defense. Expect Tampines to rely on transitions and set pieces, but their tendency to yield possession and susceptibility to pressing cost them dearly in their last two encounters.

Tampines are disciplined (just 4 yellow cards in their past 5), but they average high fouls when forced to defend deep. Their ball retention lags with 78-88 percent pass accuracy, reflected in only 836 completed passes in those five matches. Cong An Ha Noi, however, boast more than three times as many passes (2908), incredibly high accuracy (up to 91 percent among top players), and utilize 22 total corners, maximizing width and set piece threat. Both teams will look to exploit set pieces, but Cong An Ha Noi’s pressure and depth should tell.

Team Analysis

Tampines have oscillated between resilience and collapse. Their last outing—a promising 2-1 win over Albirex Niigata—showed grit and attacking intent, but memories of conceding four at home to Cong An Ha Noi are still raw. Midfield cohesion remains unpredictable, and their 3-4-2-1 system sometimes leaves too much space on the flanks, which better teams exploit. Buhagiar’s brace versus recent visitors offers hope, but the defense needs to hold tight against a clinical opponent.

Cong An Ha Noi have found consistency and fluency, especially across their front four. Their last outing—the 4-0 demolition of Tampines—was a masterclass in aggressive pressing and wide play, with Alan Grafite and Le Van Do both netting. Across all competitions, Cong An Ha Noi have scored at least three in every win this season. Their ability to rack up corners and create from wide positions makes them a constant threat, while their press forces turnovers with alarming frequency.

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Pre-game odds and win probability: Cong An Ha Noi the favourite

• Moneyline Tampines 5.60 | Cong An Ha Noi 1.40
• Draw 4.75
• Over/Under Over 2.5 1.50 | Under 2.5 2.50
• BTTS (both teams to score) Yes 1.90 | No 1.90

With Cong An Ha Noi priced as short as 1.40 for the win against Tampines’ long odds of 5.60, bookmakers clearly expect another convincing Vietnamese victory. Over 2.5 goals at 1.50 reflects both sides’ attacking tendencies but also suggests a one-sided contest—recent history supports this. The “both teams to score” market is unusually even, but Cong An Ha Noi’s defensive strength in previous meetings hints at value for “No.”

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Possible Starting Lineups

Tampines possible starting eleven

• GK: Syazwan Buhari
• DF: Shah Shahiran, Shuya Yamashita, Dylan Fox
• MF: Koya Kazama, Joel Chew Joon Herng, Takeshi Yoshimoto, Jacob Mahler
• FW: Glenn Kweh, Trent Buhagiar, Amirul Haikal

This lineup reflects Tampines’ most consistent squad selections, with Buhari as the always-present backbone. The back three—Yamashita, Fox, and Yoshimoto—provides experience, even if under fire. Shahiran and Kazama offer passing from midfield, and Buhagiar is the obvious threat up front. This 3-4-2-1 formation allows for width, but could leave the defense exposed, especially in transitions. Keep an eye on Buhagiar for late runs—his finishing may be key if Tampines are to surprise.

Cong An Ha Noi possible starting eleven

• GK: Filip Nguyen
• DF: Bui Hoang Viet Anh, Hoang Van Toan, Leygley Adou Minh, Nguyen Van Duc
• MF: Le Pham Thanh Long, Le Van Do, Léo Arthur, Vitor Hugo Rosa Nascimento
• FW: Alan Grafite, Nguyen Dinh Bac

Cong An Ha Noi boast a settled side. Grafite, supported by Dinh Bac, forms a lethal front pairing. Léo Arthur is the creative engine, while Le Van Do’s attacking runs from midfield add another dimension. The 4-2-3-1 ensures both security at the back and overloads in wide areas. This formation also suits their pressing style. Watch for transitions—Grafite and Le Van Do are devastating in broken play.

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My take on the Match

Looking at the overwhelming evidence—from head-to-heads, squad quality, discipline, and offensive firepower—Cong An Ha Noi have all the ingredients for another statement win. Anything can happen on knockout nights, and Tampines will not roll over quietly, especially with home advantage. But based on tactical matchups and recent history, my main pick is Cong An Ha Noi to cover the -1.5 Asian handicap. Expect them to control possession, press high, and create serious chances from wide areas. Unless Tampines unearth defensive steel they’ve not yet shown this season, the Vietnamese side should progress with room to spare.

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