Changchun Yatai FC vs Cangzhou Mighty Lions FC Prediction: Two Sides In A Slump Poised For An Explosive Showdown!

Changchun Yatai FC will welcome Cangzhou Mighty Lions FC to Changchun Stadium in the 20th round of the Chinese Super League. 

Let's have a look at the latest Chinese Super League predictions between Changchun Yatai FC vs. Cangzhou Mighty Lions FC, match-facts, and betting odds for you to consider!

Note: Odds are subject to change at any time!

Form: LLDWD

Changchun Yatai FC were presented with the opportunity to return to winning ways in their most recent match against Shenzhen Peng City FC over the weekend. However, they let that opportunity slip through their fingers as they succumbed to a narrow 2-1 defeat despite taking the lead in the opening 18 minutes.

Prior to that, they were eliminated from the Chinese FA Cup by Tianjin Teda, losing 4-3 after playing out a 2-2 draw in regular time. Their best finish in this competition was when they reached the finals in 2013 but ended up as runners-up against Guizhou Renhe.

With 18 points accumulated from 20 matches, Changchun Yatai FC occupy 12th place in the Chinese Super League standings and have maintained a one-point cushion over the relegation zone. They are six points adrift of seventh-placed Tianjin Teda. 

Form: LDDLL

Cangzhou Mighty Lions FC had their back against the wall in their most recent match against high-flying Shanghai Shenhua. Goals from either half saw them succumb to a resounding 5-0 defeat at Cangzhou Stadium. This marked their 11th defeat of the season.

Prior to that, they managed to salvage a point in a 1-1 draw against Wuhan Three Towns at Cangzhou Stadium. This was their second consecutive 1-1 draw at the same venue, having come off a similar scoreline against Shenzhen Peng City FC.

With 17 points accumulated from 20 matches, Cangzhou Mighty Lions FC occupy 15th place within the relegation zone. They are one point adrift of safety.

• Changchun Yatai FC have conceded a goal in their last eight matches against Cangzhou Mighty Lions FC.
• Cangzhou Mighty Lions FC are currently on a 14-match winless run in the Super League.
• Changchun Yatai FC averages 1.44 goals per game when playing at home, and Cangzhou Mighty Lions FC averages 1 goal per game when playing away.

In the last 11 meetings, Changchun Yatai FC have won five times, Cangzhou Mighty Lions FC have won five times, and there has been one draw, with the goal difference being 19-17 in favor of Cangzhou Mighty Lions FC. 

Changchun Yatai FC enters this match on a three-game losing streak across all competitions and will be aiming to bounce back in front of their boisterous supporters, where they have remained unbeaten in their last five matches (D3, W2). 

Cangzhou Mighty Lions FC, on the other hand, have seen their performance hit rock bottom, which currently sees them rubbing shoulders with the drop zone. This is because they've failed to win their last 14 matches in the league (L10, D4). However, there is still hope for a turnaround.

Considering that both sides enter this match in poor form, we are refraining from choosing a winner in the full-time market. Therefore, support both sides to get on the scoreboard, as this has been the case in six of their last eight encounters.

• Both Teams To Score - Yes for 1.66
• Highest Scoring Half - 2nd Half for 1.98
• Total - Over 3 for 1.76