Shanghai Shenhua vs Henan Jianye Prediction 27 July 2025
In the upcoming Chinese Super League match, two teams with distinctly different ambitions face off. Shanghai Shenhua, currently leading the league, are in superb form and aim to maintain their top spot. Their attacking prowess is impressive, with an average of over 2 goals per game. However, their defense can be inconsistent, potentially offering opportunities for opponents. On the other hand, Henan Jianye are striving to solidify their mid-table position, seeking stability after a series of mixed results. This match will be a test for both sides: one aiming for the heights of the league, the other looking to salvage their season.
Head-to-Head
The last official match between these teams took place on 23 July 2025 and ended in a 3-3 draw. Here's a comparative breakdown of the statistics from that encounter (home team - Shanghai Shenhua):
- possession: 59% vs 41%;
- corners: 15 vs 2;
- fouls: 11 vs 21;
- yellow cards: 1 vs 3;
- shots on target: 7 vs 7.
📊Analytical review of previous official matches between Shanghai Shenhua and Henan Jianye:
- 33 matches played;
- home wins - 13, away wins - 10, draws - 10;
- goals scored (home/away) - 47 to 41;
- average total goals per match - 2.67.
Head-to-head statistics Shanghai Shenhua - Henan Jianye

Shanghai Shenhua Team Overview
The team's last official match took place on in the FA Cup, featuring Shanghai Shenhua as the hosts and Henan Jianye as the visitors. The game ended in a 3-3 draw.
Here are the match statistics (Shanghai Shenhua vs Henan Jianye):
- possession: 59% vs 41%;
- corners: 15 vs 2;
- fouls: 11 vs 21;
- yellow cards: 1 vs 3;
- shots on target: 7 vs 7.
Shanghai Shenhua continue their impressive march forward, powered by their attacking prowess and excellent form. In their last 10 matches, they have secured 8 victories, showcasing an impressive scoring rate of 2.8 goals per game on average. The team currently sits atop the table and is clearly determined to maintain this position until the season's end. Despite their success, their defense leaves something to be desired, conceding roughly one goal per match. The last encounter between these teams ended in a thrilling 3-3 draw, adding an extra layer of intrigue to this current matchup.
Match Results: Shanghai Shenhua

Henan Jianye Team Overview
The visitors last played an official match on in the FA Cup, with Shanghai Shenhua hosting Henan Jianye. The game ended in a 3-3 draw.
Here are the match stats (Henan Jianye vs Shanghai Shenhua):
- possession: 41% vs 59%;
- corner kicks: 2 vs 15;
- fouls: 21 vs 11;
- yellow cards: 3 vs 1;
- shots on target: 7 vs 7.
Henan Jianye are enduring a challenging season, currently sitting in 13th place in the league. The team has recently found some form, securing 5 wins in their last 10 matches, with an average of nearly 2 goals per game. However, they continue to face defensive issues, conceding an average of 1.8 goals. Notably, the "Reds" have a knack for performing well against the favorites; for instance, their last head-to-head clash ended in a 3-3 draw, showcasing the visitors' persistence.
Match Results: Henan Jianye
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Shanghai Shenhua
In the quarterfinals of the China Cup on July 23, the team fell to Henan in a penalty shootout (3-3 after extra time), despite goals from Luis Asua and Liu Chengyun. This result marked one of the most dramatic moments of the season.
Prediction for the 1st half
First Half Statistics: Shanghai Shenhua (home) vs Henan Jianye (away)
- matches played in the tournament: 8 vs 8;
- wins: 5 (62.5%) vs 2 (25%);
- losses: 1 (12.5%) vs 3 (37.5%);
- draws: 2 (25%) vs 3 (37.5%);
- average goals scored: 2.13 vs 0.88;
- average goals conceded: 0.63 vs 0.5.
Last 10 Matches (overall):
- wins: 7 vs 2;
- losses: 0 vs 4;
- draws: 3 vs 4;
- average first half total: 1.9 (scored - 1.6, conceded - 0.3) vs 1.8 (scored - 0.7, conceded - 1.1).
- Shanghai Shenhua have scored in the first half in 9 consecutive matches.
- Shanghai Shenhua have scored in the first half in 6 consecutive matches (Super League).
- Shanghai Shenhua have scored in the first half at home in 5 consecutive matches (Super League).
Outcome Prediction
Head-to-Head:
- Total encounters - 33;
- Home wins - 13, Away wins - 10, Draws - 10.
Statistics: Shanghai Shenhua vs Henan Jianye
- Matches played in the tournament: 17 vs 17;
- Wins: 13 vs 4;
- Win percentage: 76% vs 24%;
- Losses: 2 vs 9;
- Draws: 2 vs 4.
Last 10 Matches:
- Wins: 8 vs 5;
- Losses: 2 vs 2;
- Draws: 0 vs 3.
- Shanghai Shenhua have won at home in 7 of their last 8 matches.
- Shanghai Shenhua have clinched victory in 6 of their last 7 matches (Super League).
Total Goals Prediction
Head-to-Head:
- Today's hosts average goals scored - 1.42, visitors - 1.24;
- Average total goals in head-to-head matches - 2.67;
- Both teams scored: overall - 19 times; at the home team's venue - 9 times.
Statistics: Shanghai Shenhua vs Henan Jianye
- Average total in the tournament: 3.29 vs 3.24;
- Average goals scored: 2.29 vs 1.47;
- Average total in the first half: 1.12 vs 0.53;
- Average total in the second half: 1.18 vs 0.94;
- Shanghai Shenhua: average total at home in the tournament - 2.75;
- Henan Jianye: average total away in the tournament - 1;
- Last 10 matches (average total): 2.8 (home - 3.33) vs 1.9 (away - 1.8).
- Shanghai Shenhua have scored under 2.5 goals in 6 of their last 7 head-to-head meetings with this team (Super League).
Corners Prediction
Shanghai Shenhua: Statistics
- Season: average total in the tournament - 8.35; at home - 9.63;
- Last 10 matches: average total - 7; at home - 11.
Henan Jianye: Statistics
- Season: average total in the tournament - 6.29, away - 6.5;
- Last 10 matches: average total - 6.3; away - 5.6.
- Shanghai Shenhua have delivered fewer than 7.5 corners in 13 of their last 15 head-to-head meetings with this team (Super League).
- Shanghai Shenhua have delivered fewer than 7.5 corners at home in 6 of their last 7 head-to-head meetings with this team (Super League).
Cards Prediction
Head-to-Head
- Average total yellow cards in head-to-head matches - 1.88 (0.94 for home team and 0.94 for away team);
- Average total yellow cards at the home ground - 2.07 (0.71 for home team and 1.36 for away team).
Shanghai Shenhua: Statistics
- Season: average total in the tournament - 1.29; at home - 0.88;
- Last 10 matches: average total - 1.3; at home - 0.67.
Henan Jianye: Statistics
- Season: average total in the tournament - 2.24, away - 1.88;
- Last 10 matches: average total - 2.1; away - 2.8.
Both Teams to Score Prediction
Head-to-Head:
- Total encounters - 33;
- Both teams scored overall - 19 times;
- At the home team's venue - 9 times.
Statistics: Shanghai Shenhua vs Henan Jianye
- Total matches played in the tournament: 17 vs 17;
- Total matches in the season where both teams scored (BTTS): 11 vs 13;
- BTTS for Shanghai Shenhua at home - 5 (63%);
- BTTS for Henan Jianye away - 4 (50%).
Last 10 Matches:
- Total BTTS matches: 6 vs 9;
- BTTS for Shanghai Shenhua at home - 1 (33%);
- BTTS for Henan Jianye away - 4 (80%).
- Shanghai Shenhua have both scored and conceded in 6 of their last 7 head-to-head meetings with this team.
- Henan Jianye have both scored and conceded in their last nine consecutive matches.
- Henan Jianye have both scored and conceded in their last six consecutive Super League matches.