Defending champions Kitchee's title hopes took a nosedive when they were held 1-1 by strugglers Sunray Cave Sun Hei in the RedMR First Division last night.
The Caroliners lead the table with 33 points, two ahead of Kitchee, but a victory today against Yokohama at Mong Kok Stadium would increase their advantage to five points.
"There is still a chance as long as the league is not finished yet," said Ng. "I am not too disappointed with the individual performances, especially captain Lam Ka-wai who has shown improved form after returning from a leg injury, while new arrival Matthew Lam also had a good game."
Sun Hei remain bottom of the table, but their future is not yet decided as they have 13 points and three matches left and the bottom five teams are separated by a mere two points.
Mamadou Barry put Sun Hei into a surprise lead in the first half, but his effort was neutralised by second-half substitute Pablo Counago.