Shandong Taishan vs Tianjin Teda Prediction: Taishan Dui Up Against A Tricky Opponent

Shandong Taishan will host Tianjin Teda at the Jinan Olympic Sports Center Stadium on the 23rd matchday of the Super League, hoping to extend their unbeaten streak to six games.

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

Shandong Taishan

Form: WWDWW

Due to their relentless effort to reduce the overlapping point difference between them and the table-toppers Wuhan Three Towns to zero, they have been characterized by their "must-win" mentality in games that has undeniably paid off.

They recently defeated Shanghai SIPG 3-1 at home to earn three points, and they have demonstrated excellent multitasking abilities by extending their unbeaten streak to seven games while reducing the point differential that has kept them level on points with Wuhan Three Towns. With 53 points, they are in second place.

While a goal differential has been the primary impediment to them securing first position, a success this time against Tianjin Teda might send them on their way to climbing the standings and exchanging favours by being three points ahead of Wuhan Three Towns.

Looking at their extensive resume when playing at home, where they are on a 9-match unbeaten run, a victory is almost certain. It's also worth noting that they are on a two-match winning streak against the visitors, with their most recent being a 0-1 victory on the road, and will be on the verge of extending that streak with a third consecutive victory.

Probable Starting XI

Formation: 4-4-2 

W. Saori (14); S. Long (39), Z. Zheng (5), K. Shi (27), L. Hailong (16); P. Chen (29), S. Jun-ho (28), Moises (10), L. Yang (11); G. Tianyu (7), Crysan (9).

Tianjin Teda

Form: LWLWW

Coming up against a confident Hangzhou Greentown, their joy was short-lived as they surrendered their one-goal lead 15 minutes into the second half, only to walk away empty-handed as another goal, this time an own goal from Yinong, dashed their hopes of salvaging a point, and they were served with a 1-2 defeat at home.

With their loss putting them level with Changchun Yatai in the standings on points, where they currently sit in the middle of the table in ninth place with 29 points, choosing to maintain their position will be the only solution to prevent them from being overthrown in their position.

Although they may not have as much firepower as their hosts, one aspect of their defense that has stood out in their previous five games is that they have only allowed four goals, which is one goal fewer than their hosts, who have allowed five.

Their previous encounter with the hosts at the Mission Hills Football Base Stadium resulted in a 0-1 home loss despite the fact that they were the better team and controlled 56% of the field. Their decision to play defensively didn't do much to prevent the outcome, and now that they have another opportunity to exact revenge while traveling, all cards will be on deck as they search for that one trump card that will allow them to pull off an upset.

Probable Starting XI

Formation: 4-5-1

F. Jingqi (22); Z. Wang (3), Y. Wei (4), S. Yue (33), S. Yuanjie (32); B. Dun (29), T. Yinong (31), F. Merida (38), W. Qiuming (30), F. Rosa (18); X. Weijun (11).

Match Facts

• Tianjin Teda have failed to score in four of their last 11 away matches in the Super League.
• Shandong Taishan are unbeaten in their last 6 matches played in the Super League.
• In meetings between Shandong Taishan and Tianjin Teda, the average number of goals scored between them is 2.9.
• When playing at home, Shandong Taishan scores on average 2.33 goals, and Tianjin Teda scores on average 1.25 goals when playing away.

Head-To-Head

During the last 26 meetings, Shandong Taishan have won 14 times, Tianjin Teda have won 7 times, and there have been 5 draws with a goal difference of 44-28 in favour of Shandong Taishan.

Expert Betting Tips

Shandong Taishan will try to outwit a team that can be a tough cookie to crack at times, and all alternatives will need to be exhausted as they are a sneeze away from recovering first place, and a victory is the only outcome they require to do so.

Tianjin Teda may not be in good spirits after a disappointing loss at home, and while they have not been doing well at home, perhaps a glimmer of hope to return to winning ways can be seen when they find themselves on the road, which may be the only option to come to their aid.

While Shandong Taishan are favorites with bookmakers, a back-and-forth brawl is to be expected, which could see this match end either way. Taking into account the hosts' impetus attack, goals may be scarce against the visitors' solid defense, which is why we prefer them on the double chance market if things don't go as planned for them.

• 1X & TU 3.5 for 2.00
• Half-time Result - Shandong Taishan for 1.72
• Both Teams To Score (No) for 2.17