Beijing Guoan FC vs Nantong Zhiyun FC Prediction: The Imperial Guards Favored For A Half-time Win

Beijing Guoan FC will welcome Nantong Zhiyun FC to the Workers Stadium in the 14th round of the Chinese Super League. 

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

Note: Odds are subject to change at any time!

Form: LDWWW

Beijing Guoan FC can be considered a side fighting for the top three spots in the standings this season, but recent results have slowed down their progress. After 13 rounds, the Imperial Guards currently occupy the 4th position in the Chinese Super League with 25 points accumulated. They trail Shanghai Port FC, who occupy second place by five points, while they are deadlocked on points with third-placed Chengdu Rongcheng FC. 

In the last round, the Imperial Guards showed a fighting spirit to salvage a point against Qingdao Hainiu FC, settling for a 1-1 draw on the road despite being at a numerical disadvantage following Dabao Yu's sending off in first-half stoppage time. This has extended their winless run in the league to two matches (L1, D1).

Form: DLDLL

Nantong Zhiyun FC escaped relegation by the skin of their teeth last season, maintaining a two-point cushion over the drop zone. In the current season, they find themselves involved in a relegation battle. Currently, they occupy the 13th position in the Chinese Super League standings with 10 points accumulated and are one point ahead of the drop zone.

In the last round, their struggles in the final third against Cangzhou Mighty Lions FC were evident. Trailing behind by Xuchen Yao's effort past the hour mark, Zhiyun were on the brink of despair when substitute Wei Liu came to the aid in the dying embers of the game, restoring parity to force a 1-1 draw in front of their fans.

• Beijing Guoan FC have lost one of their last eight matches in the Super League.
• Nantong Zhiyun FC are winless in their last three away matches in the Super League.
• Beijing Guoan FC averages 2.4 goals per game when playing at home, and Nantong Zhiyun FC averages 1.29 goals per game when playing away.

Over the past 2 meetings, Beijing Guoan FC have won 2 times, Nantong Zhiyun FC have won 0 times, and there have been 0 draws, with the goal difference being 2-0 in favor of Beijing Guoan FC. 

Beijing Guoan FC are in a better position to return to the winning column as they take on a side they've defeated twice in a row in their past meetings. Not only that, but the Imperial Guards have shown consistency in front of their fans, winning three consecutive matches, making them favorites with bookmakers to secure a comfortable win.

Considering the unappealing odds of supporting the home side in the full-time market, expect them to secure a half-time win, which should suffice.

• Half-time Result - Beijing Guoan FC for 1.80
• Total - Over 2.5 for 1.66
• Both Teams To Score - Yes for 1.93