Shandong Taishan vs Chengdu Rongcheng FC Prediction: Taishan Dui In Sight, Expecting The Total To Go Over!

Shandong Taishan will seek to assert their dominance further by claiming yet another commanding victory as they play host to floundering side Chengdu Rongcheng FC at the Jinan Olympic Sports Center in the 21st round of the Super League.

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

Note: Odds are subject to change at any time! 

Shandong Taishan

Form: WWLDW

Taishan Dui posted their second-biggest win this season as they trounced Meizhou Hakka 6:1 at the Jinan Olympic Sports Center, and coincidentally, this is the same side that they annihilated 6:0 in the fourth round of the CFA Cup.

With their attacking prowess that has known no boundaries in the last three matches where they've scored a whopping 15 goals, it's safe to say their foundation of success has been solely built around that aspect as they are reaping the benefits of a three-match winning streak in all competitions, a winning run they'll fancy extending to four matches.

While their reign of dominance is slowly coming about in the league, not the same can be said about their appearance at the Jinan Olympic Sports Center, where their dominance was long asserted. As they are currently on a nine-match unbeaten run, recording seven wins while being limited to 1:1 draws against Nantong Zhiyun and Shanghai Port FC, there's no denying that confidence is at an all-time high.

They presently occupy 2nd place with 35 points, level on points with Shanghai Shenhua in 3rd place and 14 points behind 1st place.

Probable Starting XI

Formation: 4-2-3-1

W. Dalei; L. Yang, Z. Zheng, K. Shi, W. Tong; L. Yuanyi, H. Zhengyu; P. Chen, L. Lisheng, L. Binbin; M. Fellaini

Chengdu Rongcheng FC

Form: LLWLW

Chengdu Rongcheng were yet again lacking motivation as they made the trip to Qingdao to lock horns with Qingdao Hainiu FC at the Qingdao Youth Football Stadium, where they lost 3:2 to drop all three points.

With that loss, their losing run in the league has been extended to two matches. There's also no denying that in their last seven matches, Jung Won Seo's men have lost sight of the ball as their performance has been plagued with inconsistency, losing five and winning two.

Away from home, they were on a six-match unbeaten run, recording three wins and three draws, a run that had seen them brimming with confidence. However, that has all changed for the worse as they struggle for consistency due to their three-match losing run, and another unfavorable outcome could as well be on the cards.

Due to their inconsistency, they have dropped from third place to fourth place with 33 points, two points behind third place and two points ahead of Zhejiang Professional FC in fifth place and Beijing Guoan FC in sixth place.

Probable Starting XI

Formation: 3-4-2-1

J Tao; Y. Dong, R. Windbichler, R. Hu; T. Miao, G. Chao, T. Chow, K. Min-woo; M. Palacios, Andrigo; C. Tang

Match Facts

• Shandong Taishan have not lost any of their last 13 home matches, a run that stretches back to the previous season.
• Chengdu Rongcheng FC has lost two consecutive matches in the Super League.
• Chengdu Rongcheng FC have seen the total go over 2.5 goals in four of their last five away matches in the Super League.
• Shandong Taishan averages 2.78 goals per game when playing at home, and Chengdu Rongcheng FC averages 1.56 goals per game when playing away.

Head-To-Head

The last meeting between these two sides was in the 6th round of the current CSL season, where both sides were content with a point after playing out a thrilling 2:2 draw at the Chengdu Phoenix Mountain Sports Park.

In the last three meetings, Shandong Taishan have won once, Chengdu Rongcheng FC have won once, and there have been one draw.

Expert Betting Tips

Shandong Taishan's profound attacking prowess could turn out to be their one way ticket to a productive season when all is said and done, as this has seen them gatecrash their way into the top three, where a late charge for a first-place finish is now in motion. Given their impedance form at home, their win here is not one to be doubted more, especially against a side that has lacked motivation in their matches.

Chengdu Rongcheng FC are struggling for consistency at the most crucial time when they should instead be picking up form with nine games left to spare, as failure to do so will only mean this will be another case scenario where they'll miss out on yet another AFC Champions League qualifier spot. Having suffered the unfortunate fate in the previous season due to a goal differential, a win here will be most welcome. 

Shandong Taishan are ranked second when it comes to their offense this season with 37 goals netted from their 20 matches played while surrendering a mere 18 goals in the process, and given that three of their last meetings against this opponent have seen the total go over 2.5 goals, we expect the same trend to continue here.

• Total - Over 2.5 for 1.92
• Both Teams To Score - Yes for 1.90
• CS - 2:1 for 8.40