Henan FC vs Nantong Zhiyun Prediction: The Red Devils Still Searching For Their Inaugural Victory

Henan FC will welcome Nantong Zhiyun FC at the Zhengzhou Hanghai Stadium in the sixth round of the Chinese Super League. 

Let's have a look at the latest Chinese Super League predictions between Henan FC vs. Nantong Zhiyun FC, probable lineups, match facts and betting odds for you to consider!

Note: Odds are subject to change at any time!

Henan FC

Form: DLLDD

The Red Devils resilience paid off last time out in their match against Shandong Taishan, as they rallied from behind to hold the Chinese giant to a thrilling 2-2 draw despite being at a numerical disadvantage for almost the entirety of the game.

While this marked their third draw of the season, it is worth mentioningthat they have gone five matches without a win in the league (D3, L2) and are still searching for that elusive victory. 

With three points accumulated from five matches, Henan FC occupies the twelfth spot in the Chinese Super League standings, one point clear of the drop zone and one point behind their opponents in this impending encounter.

Probable Starting XI

Formation: 5-3-2

J. Xu; Z. Ke, S. Li, I. Maidana, O. Gerbig, K. Yang; Đ. Denić, R.F. Huang, S. Wang; Bruno Nazário, F. Acheampong

Nantong Zhiyun FC

Form: LWLLD

Nantong Zhiyun, on the other hand, were unfortunate not to have walked away with a favorable outcome in their match against Shanghai Port FC, as they succumbed to a convincing 3-0 defeat, with Xin Luo's red card in the 45th minute being the cause of their demise.

Having won just one of their last five matches in the league (L3, D1), it goes without saying they have also been in poor form and will be aiming to renew their confidence with a convincing win away from home, where they've yet to win in their last two matches (L1, D1).

With four points accumulated from five matches, Nantong Zhiyun FC occupies the 11th spot in the Chinese Super League standings, two points ahead of the relegation zone and three points adrift of eighth-placed Shenzhen Peng City FC.

Probable Starting XI

Formation: 4-3-3

Q. Xue; L. Wei, I. Anthony, S. Ma, Y. Shinar; D. Puclin, K. Cao, M.Y. Yang; I. Kallon, M. N. Mata, H. Zheng

Match Facts

• Henan FC are currently on a two-match winless run when playing at home in the Super League.
• Nantong Zhiyun FC have won one of their last five away matches in the Super League.
• Henan FC averages 1.4 goals per game when playing at home, and Nantong Zhiyun FC averages 0.9 goals per game when playing away.

Head-To-Head

In the last two meetings, Henan FC have won 0 times, Nantong Zhiyun FC have won 1 time, and there has been 1 draw, with the goal difference being 2-1 in favor of Nantong Zhiyun FC.

Expert Betting Tips

Henan FC continues to hunt for their inaugural victory of the season, having stumbled out of the gate with a winless streak spanning their last five matches. Their hopes of reclaiming victory hinge on overcoming a Nantong Zhiyun FC team they've struggled against in their recent encounters.

Given that the home team has been engaged in high-scoring affairs this season, with three of their last five matches witnessing over 2.5 goals, we expect this trend to persist. Therefore, we predict an entertaining match with over 2.5 goals scored.

• Goals - Over 2.5 for 2.05
• Both Teams To Score - Yes for 1.8
• X2 for 1.79