Rivers United vs Heartland tips and predictions

Big Heartland price doesn't appeal

Rivers United are currently in second place as they look to steal a march on 17th place Heartland.

This preview says that Rivers United will be rubbing their hands at the thought of facing Heartland and even if it doesn't sound tempting, the short price still represents great value. Once they cut loose they are hard to stop.

The hosts have secured 15 home wins from their last 20 games. Having lesser fortunes, the visitors have been contemplating their form on the road. They've lost all of their last 10 matches when they've been away from home. They should prepare themselves for defeat again here.

This home defence has looked impregnable at times as they've refused to capitulate. They've conceded only 6 goals in their last 20 games at home. It's been well documented that the away team has been looking vulnerable under pressure. Heartland have conceded three or more goals in 4 of their last 7 matches. There's another reason to think this will be one-way traffic. Ominously, Heartland seemed to have hit a fallow spell. They haven't scored a single goal in their last 4 away games.

No one will be surprised if one of these sides tries to keep things very tight in a match that's clearly on Rivers United's terms. However, with the odds-against BTTS Yes price available that's probably the most interesting of those prices. Looking into the goal line, it's Under 3.5 Goals that stands out here considering the price that's available there.