Shanghai Shenhua vs Dalian Zhixing Prediction 26 October 2025
The upcoming clash between Shanghai Shenhua and Dalian Pro promises to be eventful. Both teams have intriguing stats: the hosts are in good form, sitting third in the standings, while the visitors are battling for survival in the mid-table. The form of the two sides differs - Shanghai consistently scores and concedes at home, adding intrigue to their attacking potential. Meanwhile, Dalian struggles on the road, which could impact the final result. Attention to tactical details and lineup choices will be crucial in determining the outcome of this encounter.
Head-to-Head
The last official match between these teams took place on 17 May 2025 and ended with a 0-3 scoreline. Let's take a look at the comparative statistics from that encounter (home team - Dalian Pro):
- possession: 46% vs 54%;
- corners: 5 vs 7;
- fouls: 12 vs 9;
- shots on target: 3 vs 9.
📊 Officially, Shanghai Shenhua and Dalian Yifang have faced off only once. The match took place on 17 May 2025 at Dalian Yifang's home ground and ended with a 0-3 scoreline.
Head-to-head statistics Shanghai Shenhua - Dalian Zhixing
Shanghai Shenhua Team Overview
The team's last official match took place on in the AFC Champions League, with Shanghai Shenhua hosting Seoul. The game concluded with a 2-0 victory for the hosts.
Here are the match statistics (Shanghai Shenhua vs Seoul):
- possession percentage: 33% vs 67%;
- corner kicks: 5 vs 7;
- fouls: 11 vs 11;
- yellow cards: 0 vs 2;
- shots on target: 6 vs 5.
Shanghai Shenhua are in impressive form, boasting three wins in their last five matches (3 wins, 2 draws), securing the 3rd spot in the league with their formidable attacking force. Over their last 10 games, the team has claimed 4 victories and suffered only 2 defeats, averaging 1.8 goals per match. On home turf, they display particular confidence-consistently finding the back of the net while also focusing on defending their goal. Their most recent head-to-head with Dalian ended in a decisive 3-0 victory for the visitors from Dalian, but today, the "Blues" are determined to set the record straight in front of their home fans.
Match Results: Shanghai Shenhua
Dalian Yingbo FC Team Overview
The visitors played their last official match on as part of the Super League, with Dalian Pro hosting Wuhan Three Towns. The match ended in a 0-0 draw.
Here are the match statistics (Dalian Pro vs Wuhan Three Towns):
- possession: 66% vs 34%;
- corner kicks: 11 vs 3;
- fouls: 6 vs 8;
- yellow cards: 3 vs 4;
- shots on target: 6 vs 1.
Dalian Pro continue their quest for consistency following a string of erratic performances: two draws and a loss in their last three outings highlight the need for improvements both in defense and attack. In their most recent match, they narrowly edged out their opponent with a 1-0 victory. Seasonal stats reveal an average of just 0.96 goals per game, which poses a significant barrier to climbing higher in the league standings. Additionally, the team frequently finds itself under pressure during away games.
Match Results: Dalian Yingbo FC
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Slutsky's team are currently facing roster issues: their key attacking midfielder Dai Wai-Tsun suffered a torn ACL, with recovery expected around January 26, 2025, and he has yet to return to training. The attack has taken another hit as Saulo Mineiro strained a thigh muscle and is still undergoing treatment.
Prediction for the 1st half
Head-to-Head Matches:
- Total encounters - 1;
- First-half wins at home - 0; away - 0; draws - 0;
- Average first-half total: 2;
- Today's home team averages 2 goals, while the visitors average 0.
First-Half Statistics: Shanghai Shenhua (home) vs Dalian Yifang (away)
- Matches played in the tournament: 13 vs 13;
- Wins: 7 (53.85%) vs 5 (38.46%);
- Losses: 2 (15.38%) vs 6 (46.15%);
- Draws: 4 (30.77%) vs 2 (15.38%);
- Average goals scored: 2.08 vs 1.46;
- Average goals conceded: 0.69 vs 0.92.
Last 10 Matches (Overall):
- Wins: 2 vs 3;
- Losses: 0 vs 5;
- Draws: 8 vs 2;
- Average first-half total: 0.9 (scored - 0.6, conceded - 0.3) vs 1.2 (scored - 0.3, conceded - 0.9).
- Shanghai Shenhua have drawn the first half in 6 of their last 7 Super League matches.
Outcome Prediction
Head-to-Head:
- Total encounters - 1;
- Home victories - 1, Away victories - 0, Draws - 0.
Statistics: Shanghai Shenhua vs Dalian Yifang
- Matches played in the tournament: 27 vs 27;
- Wins: 17 vs 9;
- Win percentage: 63% vs 33%;
- Losses: 4 vs 11;
- Draws: 6 vs 7.
Last 10 Matches:
- Wins: 4 vs 3;
- Losses: 2 vs 5;
- Draws: 4 vs 2.
- Shanghai Shenhua are unbeaten at home in 17 of their last 18 matches.
- Shanghai Shenhua have avoided defeat at home in 15 of their last 16 matches (Super League).
- Dalian Yifang have failed to win away in 12 of their last 13 matches (Super League).
- Dalian Yifang have not won in 7 of their last 8 matches (Super League).
Total Goals Prediction
Statistics: Shanghai Shenhua vs Dalian Yifang
- Average total goals in the tournament: 3.44 vs 2.44;
- Average goals scored: 2.26 vs 0.96;
- Average first-half total: 1 vs 0.48;
- Average second-half total: 1.26 vs 0.48;
- Shanghai Shenhua: average home total in the tournament - 2.77;
- Dalian Yifang: average away total in the tournament - 0.85;
- Last 10 matches (average total): 1.8 (home - 2.6) vs 0.9 (away - 1).
- Over 2.5 goals have been scored in 6 of Shanghai Shenhua's last 7 home matches (Super League).
Corners Prediction
Shanghai Shenhua: Statistics
- Season: average total in the tournament - 7.96; at home - 8.85;
- Last 10 matches: average total - 5.8; at home - 6.2.
Dalian Yifang: Statistics
- Season: average total in the tournament - 5.85, away - 5.15;
- Last 10 matches: average total - 5.8; away - 5.
- Shanghai Shenhua have taken fewer than 7.5 corners in 7 of their last 8 matches.
Cards Prediction
Shanghai Shenhua: Statistics
- Season: average total in the tournament - 1.63; at home - 1.38;
- Last 10 matches: average total - 1.7; at home - 1.
Dalian Yifang: Statistics
- Season: average total in the tournament - 1.67, away - 1.92;
- Last 10 matches: average total - 2; away - 2.
Both Teams to Score Prediction
Head-to-Head:
- Total encounters - 1;
- Both teams scored historically - 0 times;
- On the home team's field - 0 times.
Statistics: Shanghai Shenhua vs Dalian Yifang
- Total matches played in the tournament: 27 vs 27;
- Matches this season where both teams scored (BTTS): 18 vs 10;
- BTTS for Shanghai Shenhua at home - 10 (77%);
- BTTS for Dalian Yifang away - 7 (54%).
Last 10 Matches:
- BTTS matches: 6 vs 3;
- BTTS for Shanghai Shenhua at home - 4 (80%);
- BTTS for Dalian Yifang away - 2 (40%).
- Shanghai Shenhua have both scored and conceded at home in 7 of their last 8 matches.
- Shanghai Shenhua have both scored and conceded in 6 of their last 7 matches.
- Shanghai Shenhua have both scored and conceded at home in their last 5 consecutive matches (Super League).
⭐ Editorial Prediction
Analyzing the current form of both teams and this season's statistics, we can anticipate a tense match with the home side's attack clearly outmatching Dalian Pro's defense. Even though the odds suggest a potential edge for Shanghai Shenhua due to their strong home performances, considering both teams' ability to find the net regardless of past defensive lapses, betting on both teams to score seems reasonable.No comments
Betting Tips: Shanghai Shenhua - Dalian Yingbo FC
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