Shenzhen FC vs Nantong Zhiyun FC Prediction: Expecting The Total To Go Over

Shenzhen FC will hope to capitalize on their home advantage and get back to winning ways as they play hosts to Nantong Zhiyun FC at the Shenzhen Universiade Sports Centre in the 23rd round of the Super League.

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

Note: Odds are subject to change at any time!

Shenzhen FC

Form: LLLLD

In a recent bout of tough luck, Shenzhen FC found themselves on the receiving end of a 2-1 loss against Dalian Pro, with Romain Alessandrini's 39th-minute strike providing a glimmer of consolation.

This defeat follows a convincing 3:0 loss at the hands of title contender Shanghai Shenhua on foreign territory. Their form in the league has been poor as they have failed to win any of their twelve matches, enduring eleven defeats and a thrilling solitary 3:3 draw against Tianjin Teda. It's also worth noting that they are on a four-match losing streak, and it's quite evident to the naked eye that a somber cloud looms over them.

They currently occupy 16th place, which has seen them mired in the relegation zone with a mere 12 points to their name. With a six-point chasm separating them from safety, their predicament is undoubtedly precarious.

Probable Starting XI

Formation: 4-5-1

M. Wei; H. Xu, R. Huang, Y. Boyu, G. Chen; M. Wakaso, R. Alessandrini, X. Chen, Z. Dalun, X. Yue; W. Donkin

Nantong Zhiyun FC

Form: LDDLD

Nantong Zhiyun's recent performance against Beijing Guoan FC left them yearning for a different outcome, as they endured a 1:0 loss in front of their devoted fans, thus dropping all three points.

This setback follows their hard-fought draw against ten men at Zhejiang Professional FC on foreign territory, which witnessed them secure a valuable point. Their journey to this upcoming encounter, however, has been marked by a series of challenging matches, resulting in 10 games without a victory—a combination of seven tenacious draws and three unfortunate losses. Their knack for holding their ground has been evident in those drawn encounters, making them a formidable foe to overcome.

They presently occupy 15th place in the standings, mired in the relegation zone with 16 points to their name, just two points away from safety. However, this is a side looking to rewrite their narrative, which means their sights are set on bagging a triumphant three points in this encounter.

Probable Starting XI

Formation: 4-4-2

Q. Xue; W. Lai, Y. Shinar, Bressan, L. Huan; Z. Haoqian, M. Yang, L. Morelatto, W. Song; R. Castillo, Romario

Match Facts

• Shenzhen FC have lost three consecutive home matches in the Super League.
• Nantong Zhiyun FC are winless in their eleven away matches in the Super League.
• Shenzhen FC averages 1.1 goals per game when playing at home, and Nantong Zhiyun averages 0.73 goals per game when playing away.

Head-To-Head

The last meeting between these two sides was in the 8th round of the current CSL season, where both sides were content with a point after playing out a 1:1 draw at the Rugao Olympic Sports Center Stadium.

This will be the second meeting between these two sides in the Super League.

Expert Betting Tips

Shenzhen FC have only won three of their last ten home matches in the league, along with six losses and a draw. They are currently confronted with a three-match losing streak, and given their erratic form this season, that negative run is to be prolonged by another unfavorable outcome in this clash, as nothing much can be executed by them.

Nantong Zhiyun FC will undeniably relish the opportunity to make their mark in their clash against a side that has been out of sorts, and nothing but a win will be the only required outcome in this clash as they seek to escape the grasp of inconsistency that has been locked firmly, which has seen them without a win in their eleven matches away from home.

This season, not only has Shenzhen FC been struggling for consistency, but they have also conceded goals at an alarming rate due to their porous defense, with 57 goals conceded in 22 matches. Given that the total of over 2.5 goals has graced seven of their ten home matches, there's little reason not to believe that the same trend will be witnessed here.

• Total - Over 2.5 for 1.88
• W2 for 1.78
• Both Teams To Score - Yes for 1.85