Qingdao Jonoon vs Shanghai Shenhua Prediction 23 August 2025
The match between Qingdao Zhongneng and Shanghai Shenhua promises to be a tense affair. One team is fighting for survival, while the other is chasing the championship. The hosts sit second from the bottom in the standings, whereas their opponents are in second place, eyeing the top spot. In their previous head-to-head encounter, Shanghai secured a 3-2 victory, adding intrigue to the current matchup. Despite Qingdao's low odds, they might surprise their fans with defensive play and attempts to counterattack against their stronger opponent.
Head-to-Head
The last official clash between the teams took place on 16 April 2025 and ended with a 3-2 scoreline. Here’s a breakdown of the comparative stats from that encounter (Shanghai Shenhua were the home side):
- possession percentage: 59% vs 41%;
- corners: 13 vs 3;
- fouls: 13 vs 12;
- yellow cards: 1 vs 2;
- shots on target: 7 vs 2.
📊Statistical preview of the official encounters between Qingdao Jonoon and Shanghai Shenhua:
- 8 matches played;
- home victories - 0, away victories - 8, draws - 0;
- goal count - 2 for Qingdao, 17 for Shanghai;
- average first-half total - 1.25, second-half total - 1.13;
- average total goals per match - 2.38.
Head-to-head statistics Qingdao Jonoon - Shanghai Shenhua
Qingdao Jonoon Team Overview
The team's most recent official match took place on in the Super League, where Chengdu hosted Qingdao Jonoon. The game ended in a 0-0 draw.
Here are the match statistics (Qingdao Jonoon vs Chengdu):
- possession percentage: 48% vs 52%;
- corners: 3 vs 4;
- fouls: 11 vs 20;
- yellow cards: 1 vs 2;
- shots on target: 4 vs 3.
Qingdao Jonoon, currently sitting 15th in the league standings, are facing significant challenges this season. Their lackluster scoring rate, averaging just 0.95 goals per match, coupled with their defensive vulnerabilities, hasn't helped their position. However, at home, Qingdao strive to play compact and defensively-under 3.5 total goals have been recorded in 10 of their last 11 home games. Recent performances have been disappointing, with only one win in their last five matches and back-to-back defeats.
Match Results: Qingdao Jonoon
Shanghai Shenhua Team Overview
The visitors last played an official match on in the Super League, where they faced Zhejiang as the away side. The game ended in a 0-0 draw.
Here are the match statistics (Shanghai Shenhua vs Zhejiang):
- possession: 54% vs 46%;
- corners: 5 vs 1;
- fouls: 15 vs 10;
- yellow cards: 3 vs 2;
- shots on target: 2 vs 3.
Shanghai Shenhua are showcasing impressive form, currently sitting in second place thanks to their potent attack, averaging over two goals per game. The team consistently delivers high-scoring performances, with matches often exceeding 2.5 total goals. Despite this, the visitors are not always reliable defensively; they frequently concede first but quickly recover through organized pressing and effective midfield-to-attack transitions.
Match Results: Shanghai Shenhua
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Shanghai Shenhua
Key striker Saulo Mineiro has been sidelined with a torn muscle since June, while defender Dai Weijun has been dealing with a cruciate ligament tear since January. Both are missing the majority of the season, prompting a significant overhaul of the club's defense and attack.
Outcome Prediction
Head-to-Head:
- Number of encounters - 8;
- Home victories - 0, Away victories - 8, Draws - 0.
Statistics: Qingdao Zhongneng vs Shanghai Shenhua
- Matches played in the tournament: 21 vs 21;
- Wins: 3 vs 14;
- Win percentage: 14% vs 67%;
- Losses: 12 vs 3;
- Draws: 6 vs 4.
Last 10 Matches:
- Wins: 3 vs 5;
- Losses: 6 vs 3;
- Draws: 1 vs 2.
- Shanghai Shenhua have avoided defeat in 8 of their last 9 matches.
- Shanghai Shenhua are unbeaten in 6 of their last 7 away matches (Super League).
Total Goals Prediction
Head-to-Head:
- The current home side averages - 0.25, visitors - 2.13;
- Average total goals in head-to-head matches - 2.38;
- Both teams scored: overall - once; at the home team's ground - never.
Statistics: Qingdao Zhongneng vs Shanghai Shenhua
- Average tournament total: 2.48 vs 3.43;
- Average goals scored: 0.95 vs 2.24;
- Average first-half total: 0.43 vs 1.05;
- Average second-half total: 0.52 vs 1.19;
- Qingdao Zhongneng: average home total in the tournament - 1.5;
- Shanghai Shenhua: average away total in the tournament - 1.91;
- Last 10 matches (average total): 1 (home - 2) vs 2.3 (away - 2.17).
- Total under 3.5 goals has occurred in 10 of Qingdao Zhongneng's last 11 home matches.
- Total under 3.5 goals has occurred in 8 of Qingdao Zhongneng's last 9 home matches (Super League).
Corners Prediction
Qingdao Zhongneng: Statistics
- Season: average tournament total - 3.81; at home - 3.6;
- Last 10 matches: average total - 4.5; at home - 3.6.
Shanghai Shenhua: Statistics
- Season: average tournament total - 8.24, away - 7.27;
- Last 10 matches: average total - 7.7; away - 6.
- Total under 10.5 corners has occurred in 6 of Qingdao Zhongneng's last 7 home matches (Super League).
Cards Prediction
Head-to-Head
- Average yellow cards in head-to-head matches - 2 (1 for the home side and 1 for the visitors);
- Average yellow cards at the home ground - 1.75 (0.25 for the home side and 1.5 for the visitors).
Qingdao Zhongneng: Statistics
- Season: average tournament total - 2.1; at home - 2;
- Last 10 matches: average total - 1.8; at home - 2.2.
Shanghai Shenhua: Statistics
- Season: average tournament total - 1.52, away - 1.73;
- Last 10 matches: average total - 2.1; away - 2.17.
Both Teams to Score Prediction
Head-to-Head:
- Total encounters - 8;
- Both teams scored overall - once;
- At the home team's ground - never.
Statistics: Qingdao Zhongneng vs Shanghai Shenhua
- Total matches played in the tournament: 21 vs 21;
- Total matches in the season where both teams scored (BTTS): 9 vs 14;
- BTTS for Qingdao Zhongneng at home - 5 (50%);
- BTTS for Shanghai Shenhua away - 7 (64%).
Last 10 Matches:
- Total BTTS matches: 3 vs 8;
- BTTS for Qingdao Zhongneng at home - 3 (60%);
- BTTS for Shanghai Shenhua away - 5 (83%).
- Shanghai Shenhua have both scored and conceded in 6 of their last 7 matches.
⭐ Editorial Prediction
Considering the disparity in team quality and the statistical trends of both sides, we can expect an engaging match with proactive play from the visitors from Shanghai. It's likely that both teams will find opportunities to score, exploiting each other's defensive weaknesses. Qingdao might seize the chance to net at least one goal at home in front of their fans, especially after their recent 3-2 defeat to the same opponent earlier this spring. Based on this data and available betting markets, a well-founded prediction would be to bet on both teams to score.No comments
Betting Tips: Qingdao Jonoon - Shanghai Shenhua
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