Chengdu Rongcheng FC vs Shanghai Port FC Prediction: There's No Need To Differentiate Between The Two Teams

Chengdu Rongcheng FC will welcome Shanghai Port FC to the Chengdu Phoenix Mountain Sports Park in the 28th round of the Chinese Super League.

Let's have a look at the latest Chinese Super League predictions between Chengdu Rongcheng FC vs. Shanghai Port FC, match facts, and betting odds for you to consider!

Note: Odds are subject to change at any time!

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Chengdu Rongcheng FC have yet to guarantee their third-place finish this season with just three games left to play. While this could particularly be due to the pressure from Beijing Guoan FC close by in the standings, their inconsistent form has also played a part in their progression. 

Rongcheng were on a three-match winless run in the league, losing twice and drawing once. These results came as a surprise for a side that had been on a ten-match unbeaten run (W8, D2) beforehand. However, they returned to the winning column by defeating Meizhou Hakka FC 2-0 before the international break. 

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Shanghai Port FC find themselves in a similar position as their opponents in this upcoming encounter when it comes to securing their position in the league standings. Unfortunately, they are being closely chased by a resilient Shanghai Shenhua, a team they are ahead of by just two mere points.

The Red Eagles were defeated 3-0 by South Korea's Pohang Steelers in the AFC Champions League before the international break. This halted a six-match unbeaten run in all competitions (W5, D1). But instead of lamenting over spilt milk, head coach Kevin Muscat will turn his attention to the league where his team has been near impressive, as they are on a three-match winning streak while losing just once in their last 27 matches (W23, D3). Their most recent league match was a 2-1 win over Qingdao West Coast at the Pudong Football Stadium. 

• Chengdu Rongcheng FC have avoided defeat in their last eight home matches in the Super League.
• Shanghai Port FC are currently on a three-match winning streak in the Super League.
• Chengdu Rongcheng FC averages 2.77 goals per game when playing at home, and Shanghai Port FC averages 2.69 goals per game when playing away.

In the last 7 meetings, Chengdu Rongcheng FC have won 2 times, Shanghai Port FC have won 4 times, and there have been 1 draw with the goal difference being 14-3 in favour of Shanghai Port FC. 

Shanghai Port FC have won four of their last seven matches against Chengdu Rongcheng FC. In the previous fixture, they won 2-0 at home to halt a two-match losing streak. They will be hoping to record their second win on the bounce and solidify their position at the top with second-placed Shanghai Shenhua breathing down their necks. 

The Red Eagles are favourites with bookmakers to secure a comfortable win away from home, and given their impressive performance so far in the league, we anticipate supporting them in the full-time market as anything other than a win will surely come as a surprise.

• W2 for 1.80
• Goals - Under 3.5 for 1.67
• Corners - Under 10 for 2.00