Shanghai Shenhua vs Beijing Guoan FC Prediction: The Imperial Guards Can Make Life Difficult For The Early Pacesetters

Shanghai Shenhua will welcome Beijing Guoan FC at the Shanghai Stadium in the sixth round of the Chinese Super League. 

Let's have a look at the latest Chinese Super League predictions between Shanghai Shenhua vs. Beijing GuoanFC, probable lineups, and betting odds for you to consider!

Note: Odds are subject to change at any time!

Shanghai Shenhua

Form: WWWWW

Shanghai Shenhua have made a perfect start to the season, as they are the only team in the league that boasts a 100% win record. In their most recent match, they thrashed Wuhan Three Towns 4-1 at home, with star player João Carlos Teixeira bolstering his goal tally to four, making him the joint-highest goalscorer for his team, matching the tally of Andre Luis.

Having won five consecutive matches, the Flower of Shanghai will be aiming to build on that momentum to secure their sixth straight victory against a side they've failed to defeat in their last three matches (L2, D1).

With 15 points accumulated from five matches played, Shanghai Shenhua sits atop the Chinese Super League standings and is three points ahead of second-placed Chengdu Rongcheng FC. 

Probable Starting XI

Formation: 4-2-3-1

B. Yaxiong; Z. Yang, J. Shunkai, J. Shenglong, W. Manafa; W. Xi, I. Amadou; Y. Hanchao, G. Tianyi, J. Teixeira; Andre Luis

Beijing Guoan FC

Form: LDWDW

The Imperial Guards slumped to their first league defeat at the hands of newly promoted Shenzhen Peng City FC, recording a 2-1 defeat.

In light of this, their four-match unbeaten run in the league came to an end (W2, D2), and they will be aiming to reignite their confidence with a convincing win against a side they've gotten the better of by winning two of their last three matches. 

With eight points accumulated from five matches, Beijing Guoan FC sits in sixth place in the Chinese Super League standings, seven points behind seventh-placed Shandong Taishan and seven points ahead of their opponents in this impending encounter. 

Probable Starting XI

Formation: 3-4-3

S. Hou; Y. Bai, M. Traoré, M. Ngadeu-Ngadjui; L. Li, Guga, N. Yennaris, G. Wang; Y. Zhang, F. Abreu, L. Liangming

Match Facts

• Shanghai Shenhua are currently on a two-match winning streak when playing at home in the Super League.
• Beijing Guoan FC have failed to score in just one of their last five matches in the Super League.
• Shanghai Shenhua averages 1.8 goals per game when playing at home, and Beijing Guoan FC averages 1.6 goals per game when playing away.

Head-To-Head

In the last 29 meetings, Shanghai Shenhua have won 8 times, Beijing Guoan FC have won 16 times, and there have been 5 draws, with the goal difference being 49-33 in favor of Beijing Guoan FC. 

Expert Betting Tips

Beijing Guoan FC may hold the advantage in their head-to-head record against Shanghai Shenhua, but they are aware they are facing a formidable opponent this season and will approach the match with caution. 

Although Shanghai Shenhua are considered favorites, this is anticipated to be a challenging yet exciting encounter, which is why we predict there will be over 8 corners.

• Corners - Over 8 for 1.72
• Both Teams To Score - Yes for 1.91
• W1 & TO 1.5 for 1.89