Zhejiang Professional vs Cangzhou Mighty Lions Prediction: The Hosts' Favourites To Eke Out A Victory

For their 25th Super League matchday, Zhejiang Professional welcomes Cangzhou Mighty Lions to the Huzhou Olympic Sports Center in an effort to maintain their fourth-place ranking.

Let's have a look at the latest Chinese Super League predictions between Zhejiang Professional vs Cangzhou Mighty Lions, probable lineups, match facts and up to date betting odds for you to consider!

Zhejiang Professional

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Coming off a 2-4 away victory against Guangzhou Evergrande in their most recent match, their success came as little surprise as they were strong favorites to win, and they did just about that to prove their dominance against a struggling club destined for the relegation zone.

While they were once on a 14-match unbeaten streak before being stopped in their tracks at home by Shenzhen FC and punished with a 0-2 setback, they've piled up a total of 10 points in the last 5 matches and have nothing to worry about as their performance has been convincing.

Their superiority in attack has undoubtedly paid off, as shown by their goal differential, which has separated them from Shanghai Shenhua in fifth place, with whom they find themselves level in points. They are currently in fourth place with 42 points, and they are only 4 points away from Shanghai SIPG, which is currently in third place.

Probable Starting XI

Formation: 4-1-4-1

G. Chao (1); Y. Xin (28), L. Nok Hang (2), W. Yang (3), W. Dongsheng (20); L. Wei (17); C. Jin (22), F. Andrijasevic (11), G. Bin (31), D. Ewolo (7); N. Mushekwi (30)

Cangzhou Mighty Lions

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The visitors come into this match after dropping all three points in a 2-0 road loss to Shanghai SIPG, and they made a lot of effort to put on a convincing display, even if they believed the match wasn't balanced considering the disparity in skill and class.

Prior to that, they did manage to draw a close 3-3 game on the road against Guangzhou City to earn a point. Overall, though, they have displayed a great degree of tenacity over the course of their last ten games, winning four, losing three, and drawing three to earn themselves 15 points.

They have demonstrated considerable development, and with 26 points, they are currently in 14th place in the standings, three points less off a 12th place finish.

Probable Starting XI

Formation: 5-3-2

S. Puliang (14); P. Shishao (17), C. Zhongliu (31), W. Peng (35), C. Haiqing (3), Y. Yiming (23); O. Maritu (10), G. Zhukov (40), S. Abdusalam (15); D. Owusu (44), J. Kante (45).

Match Facts

• Zhejiang Professional has scored in seven of its previous 10 Super League home games.
• Cangzhou Mighty Lions have only lost one of their last five games against Zhejiang Professional in all competitions.
• The average number of goals scored in a match between Zhejiang Professional and Cangzhou Mighty Lions is 1.6.
• When playing at home, Zhejiang Professional scores 1.73 goals on average, while Cangzhou Mighty Lions scores 1.59 goals on average when playing away.

Head-To-Head

Zhejiang Professional has won once in the last 11 meetings, Cangzhou Mighty Lions has won three times, and there have been seven draws with a goal difference of 10-7 in favor of Cangzhou Mighty Lions.

Expert Betting Tips

With a top-four charge complete, it is obvious that Zhejiang Professional weren't pursuing a wild goose chase because they have accomplished something significant. Going forward, calculated risks will be the norm for them as they skate on thin ice, and a loss would see them returning to the drawing board because one point separates them from Shanghai Shenhua in fifth place.

Cangzhou Mighty Lions simply failed to maintain their momentum against Shanghai SIPG, and their defeat can be justified given that they were a lower-tier opponent. With no advantage over the hosts, their victory in this match is almost uncertain, and it appears as though a second straight loss could be just 90 minutes away.

Even though Zhejiang Professional may not have an advantage in head-to-head matchups with the visitors, their momentum is undeniable, and we expect them to capitalize on it to edge a victory against a Cangzhou Mighty Lions team that is downcast. As a result, we anticipate a convincing victory for Zhejiang Professional.

• Full-time Result - Zhejiang Professional for 1.85
• Half-time Result - Zhejiang Professional for 2.47
• Goals - Over 2.5 for 1.95