Changchun Yatai FC vs Meizhou Hakka FC Prediction: Not Expecting Much From Either Side Given Their Lackluster Display In The League

Changchun Yatai FC will welcome Meizhou Hakka FC at the Changchun Sports Center in the eighth round of the Chinese Super League. 

Let's have a look at the latest Chinese Super League predictions between Changchun Yatai FC vs. Meizhou Hakka FC, probable lineups, match facts, and betting odds for you to consider!

Note: Odds are subject to change at any time!

Changchun Yatai FC

Form: DLLLL

Changchun Yatai settled for a share of the spoils last time out against Wuhan Three Towns, playing out a goalless draw at the Wuhan Sports Center Stadium. This comes after succumbing to a narrow 2-1 home defeat against Chengdu Rongcheg.

This signaled their first draw of the season, though it's not something they can be proud of at the moment considering they have won just one of their last seven matches in the league alongside five losses. Despite setting foot at the Changchun Sports Center, their home ground, they still find themselves lacking in confidence and are currently riding on the back of a three-match losing run, conceding five goals in the process.

With four points accumulated from seven matches, Changchun Yatai FC occupies the 15th spot within the relegation zone in the Chinese Super League standings, is level on points with 14th-placed Qingdao Hainiu FC, and is three points adrift of tenth-placed Henan FC.

Probable Starting XI

Formation: 4-2-3-1

Y. Wu; Z. Yan, G. Sun, M.C. Yuan, S. Li; H. Zhang, C. Liao; J. Wang, P. Žulj, Serginho; L. Tan

Meizhou Hakka FC

Form: DDLLD

Meizhou Hakka, on the other hand, had their match against Shanghai Port FC postponed over the weekend and come into this match with a fresh pair of legs. Before that, they played out a goalless draw against Tianjin Teda away from home, which was their second successive 0-0 scoreline and draw.

Meizhou Hakka are the only team in the league yet to register a win, which seems a bit concerning. They are currently on a six-match winless run (L3, D3), and this is due to their struggles in the final third, which has seen them score three goals.

With three points accumulated from six matches, Meizhou Hakka FC currently occupies the 16th spot within the relegation zone in the Chinese Super League standings and is one point adrift of safety

Probable Starting XI

Formation: 5-4-1

C. Yuelei; Z. Chen, W. Rao, J. Liao, X. Pan, J. Wang; C. Ye, N. Kosović, J. Chen, C. Yang; R. E. Wankewai

Match Facts

• Changchun Yatai FC are currently on a three-match losing streak against Meizhou Hakka FC.
• Meizhou Hakka FC have failed to score in two of their last three away matches in the Super League.
• Changchun Yatai FC averages 0.67 goals per game when playing at home, and Meizhou Hakka FC averages 0.67 goals per game when playing away.

Head-To-Head

In the last 7 meetings, Changchun Yatai FC have won 3 times, Meizhou Hakka FC have won 3 times, and there have been 1 draw, with the goal difference being 12-11 in favor of Changchun Yatai FC. 

Expert Betting Tips

Changchun Yatai FC has displayed little in terms of performance this season, as has Meizhou Hakka FC, who are yet to secure a win. Expectations are low for both sides in this match. Therefore, we predict the total goals to be under 2.5, considering neither team has been convincing in the attacking third.

• Total - Under 2.5 for 1.85
• X for 3.60
• Corners - Under 9 for 2.10