Singapore Premier League: Young Lions 0-2 Hougang United FC The Singapore Premier League fixture at Jalan Besar Stadium on Saturday evening saw Hougang United secure a comfortable 2-0 away victory over the Young Lions. The result, settled by a goal in each half, provided a crucial three points for Hougang as they continue their push up the table, while the developmental Young Lions side suffered another defeat in a challenging campaign. The match was effectively decided by Hougang's superior experience and clinical finishing in key moments. The visitors started brightly and took a deserved lead midway through the first half. A well-worked move down the right flank ended with a low cross that was turned in from close range by the Hougang striker, capitalizing on some hesitant defending. The Young Lions, a team comprised of Singapore's U-23 talents, struggled to create clear chances against a disciplined Hougang backline. Any hope of a comeback was extinguished early in the second half when Hougang doubled their advantage. A swift counter-attack caught the Young Lions' defense out of shape, allowing a midfielder to arrive late in the box and slot home a composed finish. The home side enjoyed more possession in the latter stages but lacked the cutting edge to trouble the scoreboard. The standout performance came from Hougang's midfield engine, who controlled the tempo and provided the assist for the second goal. For the Young Lions, it was another learning experience, with their goalkeeper making several smart saves to prevent a more emphatic scoreline. The result leaves the Young Lions anchored at the bottom of the table, while Hougang United climb into the top half, bolstering their position ahead of the next round of fixtures. Post-match, the Young Lions' coach emphasized the need for his young players to learn from these experiences, while the Hougang manager praised his team's professional approach and focus on securing the win. Lineups: Young Lions: Zharfan; Ryhan, Harhys, Kieran, Syed; Jared, Zamani; Syukri, Ilhan, Arshad; Khairin. Hougang United: Zaiful; Andersson, Kazuki, Lionel, Faiz; Hazzuwan, Fabian; Sahil, Amy, Nazrul; Djordje.