Shanghai Shenhua vs Shandong Taishan prediction and betting tips - July 6, 2024
In the 18th round of the Chinese Super League, Shanghai Shenhua will host Shandong Taishan. The match will take place on Saturday, July 6, and will start at 13:35 Central European Time. The Dailysports analysts have prepared a forecast for this match.
Shanghai Shenhua
The team is contending for the championship title in the current Super League season. In the previous 17 matches, Shanghai has accumulated 43 points and is just two points behind the first place. The primary key to Shenhua’s high standing is their defense. In all Super League matches, they have conceded only six goals, the best defensive record among all teams. The second-best defense belongs to Shanghai Port, which has conceded 16 goals, marking a considerable difference of ten goals.
Additionally, Shanghai Shenhua exhibits a strong attacking performance. They have scored 35 goals, the third-highest in the Chinese Super League. Shenhua’s form is excellent. In the last five matches, they have drawn once and won four times. Furthermore, they conceded only one goal in those matches, keeping four clean sheets.
Shandong Taishan
The team is positioned in the upper half of the league table, currently in fifth place with 30 points after 17 rounds. They are four points behind the fourth place and five behind the third. Clearly, Taishan will strive to compete for higher positions, possibly aiming for a top-three finish in the Super League. Notably, Shandong is also fifth in scoring, with 29 goals in 17 games, and fifth in goals conceded with 21.
It is fair to say that the fifth place is a justified position for Taishan. In their last five matches, Shandong has been inconsistent: two wins, two draws, and one loss. It is worth highlighting that they have conceded at least two goals in each of their last three matches.
Interesting facts about the match and head-to-head history
- The previous encounter between these teams ended with a resounding 3-0 victory for Shanghai Shenhua.
- Shandong Taishan has drawn four of their last six away matches.
- Shanghai Shenhua has won 13 of their last 17 matches and six of their last eight home matches.
- Shanghai Shenhua has scored in their last eight home matches.
Shanghai Shenhua vs Shandong Taishan prediction
Shanghai Shenhua is the clear favorite in this game, which is logical. The team is currently in second place, showing excellent attacking play and incredible defensive strength. I agree with the bookmakers and will also bet on a Shanghai Shenhua victory with odds of 1.74.
