Shanghai Shenhua vs Tianjin Jinmen Tiger Prediction 18 July 2026
🔊 The Matchday 19 fixture of the Chinese Super League takes place in Shanghai, where both sides are still dealing with the aftermath of severe sanctions imposed by the Chinese Football Association. Each club was docked 10 points before the season kicked off, making every point earned especially crucial. Shanghai Shenhua are steadily closing the gap on the league leaders, while Tianjin Jinmen Tiger are battling to escape the relegation zone.
Head-to-Head
The most recent official clash between these sides took place on 05 April 2026 and ended in a 2-3 scoreline. Here’s a comparative breakdown of the key stats from that encounter (Tianjin Jinmen Tiger were the home team):
- Possession: 48% vs 52%;
- Corners: 7 vs 9;
- Fouls committed: 9 vs 12;
- Yellow cards: 0 vs 2;
- Shots on target: 5 vs 4.
📊 Earlier this season, Shanghai Shenhua claimed a 3-2 victory away from home. Historically, the hosts have also enjoyed strong results against Tianjin on their own turf, most notably, a convincing 3-0 win in 2025. Additionally, head-to-head clashes between these two sides have consistently produced plenty of goals.
Head-to-head statistics Shanghai Shenhua - Tianjin Jinmen Tiger
Shanghai Shenhua Team Overview
The team's most recent official fixture took place on in the Super League, with Shanghai Shenhua playing host to Zhejiang. The match ended 3-2.
Here’s a look at the key match stats (Shanghai Shenhua vs Zhejiang):
- Possession: 46% vs 54%;
- Corners: 7 vs 5;
- Fouls committed: 8 vs 16;
- Yellow cards: 0 vs 2;
- Shots on target: 5 vs 6.
Shanghai Shenhua currently sit 11th in the table with 19 points, though their standing is largely due to a ten-point deduction imposed before the start of the season. In the previous round, Leonid Slutsky’s side delivered an impressive performance, edging Zhejiang 3-2 and once again showcasing their attacking firepower. However, defensive frailties remain a major concern for the hosts, as they continue to allow opponents to threaten on the counter.
Heading into this home fixture, the squad situation remains relatively stable. Defender Jin Xiangkai, who has missed recent games, is listed as doubtful, but all other key players - including Manaf and Zhu Chenjie - are available for selection.
Match Results: Shanghai Shenhua
Tianjin Teda Team Overview
The visitors last played an official match on in the Super League, facing Tianjin Jinmen Tiger away from home, with Shenzhen Peng City as the visitors. The game ended in a 3-0 victory.
Here are the key match stats (Tianjin Jinmen Tiger vs Shenzhen Peng City):
- Possession: 35% vs 65%;
- Corners: 1 vs 7;
- Fouls: 14 vs 14;
- Yellow cards: 2 vs 3;
- Shots on target: 4 vs 3.
Tianjin Jinmen Tiger currently sit 15th in the table, with just eight points after being hit by sanctions. Despite their precarious position, they remain in the fight for survival. In the previous round, the visitors cruised past Shenzhen Peng City with a convincing 3-0 victory, showcasing disciplined defending and clinical finishing.
The team relies on a compact back line, midfield battles, and dangerous set pieces. There are no significant injury concerns ahead of this away fixture, so the coaching staff will have close to a full-strength squad at their disposal.
Match Results: Tianjin Teda
Prediction for the 1st half
Head-to-head stats:
- Matches played - 35;
- First-half wins at home - 5; away - 4; draws - 6;
- Average first-half total: 1.2 goals;
- This season, the home side average 0.69 first-half goals, while the visitors score 0.51.
First-half statistics: Shanghai Shenhua (home) vs Tianjin Jinmen Tiger (away)
- Matches played in the competition: 9 vs 8;
- Wins: 5 (55.56%) vs 2 (25%);
- Losses: 2 (22.22%) vs 1 (12.5%);
- Draws: 2 (22.22%) vs 5 (62.5%);
- Average goals scored: 2.11 vs 0.75;
- Average goals conceded: 0.78 vs 0.25.
Last 10 matches (overall):
- Wins: 5 vs 2;
- Losses: 3 vs 1;
- Draws: 2 vs 7;
- Average first-half total: 2 (scored - 1, conceded - 1) vs 0.9 (scored - 0.5, conceded - 0.4).
- Shanghai Shenhua have scored in the first half in six straight matches.
- Shanghai Shenhua have found the net in the opening 45 minutes in five consecutive Super League fixtures.
Match Outcome Prediction
Head-to-head record:
- Games played - 35;
- Home wins - 15, Away wins - 10, Draws - 10.
Stats: Shanghai Shenhua vs Tianjin Jinmen Tiger
- Matches in the competition: 17 vs 17;
- Wins: 8 vs 4;
- Win percentage: 47% vs 24%;
- Losses: 4 vs 7;
- Draws: 5 vs 6.
Last 10 matches:
- Wins: 3 vs 2;
- Losses: 4 vs 4;
- Draws: 3 vs 4.
- Tianjin Jinmen Tiger have covered a +1.5 handicap away from home in 13 of their last 14 head-to-head encounters (Super League).
- Tianjin Jinmen Tiger have covered a +1.5 handicap in 15 consecutive matches.
- Tianjin Jinmen Tiger have covered a +1.5 handicap in 14 straight Super League fixtures.
- Tianjin Jinmen Tiger have covered a +1.5 handicap away from home in seven straight games.
- Tianjin Jinmen Tiger have covered a +1.5 handicap away from home in six consecutive Super League matches.
Total Goals Prediction
Head-to-head (average total goals):
- Home side - 1.43, Away side - 1.11;
- Overall head-to-head average - 2.54;
- Both teams scored: all-time - 20 times; on the home ground - 6 times.
Average total stats: Shanghai Shenhua vs Tianjin Jinmen Tiger
- In the competition: 3.71 vs 2.59;
- Goals per game: 2.12 vs 1.29;
- First half: 1.06 vs 0.53;
- Second half: 1.06 vs 0.76;
- Shanghai Shenhua at home in the competition - 2.33;
- Tianjin Jinmen Tiger away in the competition - 1.25;
- Last 10 matches: 1.9 (home - 2) vs 1.2 (away - 0.8).
- Shanghai Shenhua have scored fewer than 2.5 goals at home in 13 of the last 14 head-to-head meetings (Super League).
Both Teams to Score Prediction
Head-to-head:
- Games played - 35;
- Both teams scored all-time - 20 times;
- On the home ground - 6 times.
Stats: Shanghai Shenhua vs Tianjin Jinmen Tiger
- Matches played in the competition: 17 vs 17;
- Matches this season with both teams scoring (BTTS): 13 vs 10;
- Shanghai Shenhua BTTS at home - 7 (78%);
- Tianjin Jinmen Tiger BTTS away - 4 (50%).
Last 10 matches:
- BTTS fixtures: 8 vs 7;
- Shanghai Shenhua BTTS at home - 5 (100%);
- Tianjin Jinmen Tiger BTTS away - 4 (80%).
- Shanghai Shenhua have both scored and conceded in eight of their last nine Super League matches.
- Shanghai Shenhua have both scored and conceded at home in five consecutive Super League fixtures.
Correct Score Prediction
Most frequent results (current season):
- The most common scoreline in the competition: 1-1 (19/140, 13.6%);
- Shanghai Shenhua’s most frequent home result: 2-2 (2/9, 22.2%);
- Tianjin Jinmen Tiger’s most frequent away result: 1-1 (3/8, 37.5%).
Based on statistical analysis and probability distribution, the algorithm predicts the top three outcomes:
2-1 - 10.07% (odds: 7.5)
1-1 - 8.93% (odds: 9)
1-0 - 8.24% (odds: 9)
- Tianjin Jinmen Tiger have drawn away by a score of 1-1 in four of their last five matches.
- Tianjin Jinmen Tiger have drawn away by a score of 1-1 in three of their last four Super League fixtures.
⭐️ Editorial Prediction
Head-to-head stats point towards an entertaining, high-scoring contest. Four of the last five meetings between these sides have seen over 2.5 goals, with an average of 2.54 goals per game in this fixture. Given Shanghai Shenhua’s attacking firepower, the home side’s defensive frailties, and the recent trend of goal-filled encounters, backing over 2.5 goals looks like the most appealing option here.
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