Shanghai Port FC vs Shandong Taishan Prediction: A Cagey Affair With Goals Abound Between Two Formidable Teams

Shanghai Port FC will welcome Shandong Taishan to the Pudong Football Stadium in the 29th round of the Super League.

With five wins in their last eight matches against Shanghai Port FC, Shandong Taishan will be hopeful of claiming a crucial three points away from home, where they have struggled for consistency with two wins in seven matches alongside five losses.

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

Note: Odds are subject to change at any time!

Shanghai Port FC

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The Red Eagles couldn't seize the opportunity at home, Pudong Football Stadium, to pick up maximum points in their recent match against underestimated Beijing Guoan as they succumbed to a resounding 2-1 defeat that left no room for doubt, with Lei Wu's goal in the latter stages offering a touch of solace amidst the adversity.

Before the international break, they managed to eke out a 1-0 win over Nantong Zhiyun on the road, though it has to be said that their performance wasn't one to be called top-notch. This comes after a 2-1 defeat against Chengdu Rongcheng on the road, halting their chances of picking up a second win on the bounce.

Now they take on an opposing outfit they have managed to beat once in eight matches, along with five losses and two draws. However, they'll want to take motivation from the fact that they are currently on a two-match unbeaten run consisting of a solitary draw and a win.

They currently occupy first place with 59 points in the standings, and the point gap between them and second-placed Shandong Taishan has been narrowed down to five points.

Probable Starting XI

Formation: 4-4-2

J. Yan; A. Li, T. Browning, Z. Wei, S. Wang; M. Vargas, Oscar, X. Xu, I. Kallon; L. João, W. Lei

Shandong Taishan

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Taishan Dui picked up their second win of the AFC Champions League group stage campaign by defeating Incheon 2-0 at the Sungui Arena Park to sit atop the standings of Group G.

Before that, they thrashed Changchun Yatai 3-0 away from home, courtesy of first-half goals from Crysan, Moisés Lima Magalhães, and Pu Chen. This win extended their winning streak in the league to two matches.

Having avoided defeat in seven league matches, recording six wins and a draw since a 1-0 defeat against Chengdu Rongcheng on August 8th, it's safe to say that Taishan Dui have been on impressive display and will be backing themselves up for another crucial win on the road, where they are currently on a three-match unbeaten run.

They currently occupy second place with 54 points in the standings, three points ahead of third-placed Shanghai Shenhua and five points behind their opponents in this impending clash, who occupy first place.

Probable Starting XI

Formation: 4-2-3-1

R. Han; Y. Liu, K. Shi, Jadson, T. Wang; Y. Li, L. Liao; P. Chen, M. Magalhães, B. Liu; Crysan

Match Facts

• Shanghai Port FC have lost three of their fourteen home matches in the Super League.
• Shandong Taishan have lost one of their ten matches in the Super League.
• Shanghai Port FC averages 1.93 goals per game when playing at home, and Shandong Taishan averages 1.21 goals per game when playing away.

Head-To-Head

In the last 21 meetings, Shanghai Port FC has won six times, Shandong Taishan has won nine times, and there have been six draws, with the goal difference being 31-28 in favor of Shandong Taishan.

Expert Betting Tips

Shanghai Port FC's floundering performance of late has seen them manage just two wins in their last eight matches across all competitions, and that has undeniably taken a knock on their confidence coming into this clash. Their aspirations of clinching their first league title since the 2017-18 season will be jeopardized by their failure to pick up a win in front of their fans, although their next fixture against Dalian Pro should provide much-needed optimism.

Despite this match having the signs of a cagey affair, we expect to see goals galore between two sides that have been prolific with their attacking prowess this season, and to expect either side to keep a clean sheet in this one will be a bold prediction.

• Total - Over 2.5 for 1.74
• Corners - Over 9 for 2.00
• Away To Win Either Half - Yes for 1.88