Qingdao Hainiu FC vs Wuhan Three Towns Prediction: The Sea Bulls Could Turn Out To Be A Surprise Package

For the fourth round of the Super League, Qingdao Hainiu FC will host Wuhan Three Towns at the Qingdao Youth Football Stadium.

Will Qingdao Hainiu FC be able to build on their momentum and win their second consecutive home game, or will they be met with a disappointing result?

Let's have a look at the latest Chinese Super League predictions between Qingdao Hainiu FC and Wuhan Three Towns, probable lineups, match facts, and up-to-date betting odds for you to consider!

Qingdao Hainiu FC

By cruising to a comfortable 3:1 victory against Beijing Guoan FC at home in a match where they were viewed as underdogs—a label that was revoked at the conclusion of the game—the Sea Bulls demonstrated that they are a side not to be taken lightly.

Prior to that, they traveled to Zhengzhou Hanghai Stadium to face Henan FC. Despite their lack of efficiency in the final third, which might have seen them claim all three points, they were only able to secure a point in a scoreless draw, which was still a win for them in the end.

With a two-game unbeaten streak under their belt, they'll be looking to extend it to three by earning a victory, which won't be easy against a team that was once an unstoppable force the previous season.

They are currently in 9th place with 4 points, three points behind 3rd place and one point ahead of Shenzhen FC in 11th place.

Probable Starting XI

Formation: 4-4-2

P. Mou; D. Xu, L. Junshuai, A. Andrejevic, Z. Wei; S. Tabekou, W. Jianming, E. Saric, L. Wei; Z. Jinbao, E. Kangwa

Wuhan Three Towns

The reigning champions traveled to Wuhua Olympic Sports Center Huitang Stadium to face Meizhou Hakka FC, and they took the lead in the 38th minute through Yan Dinghao, but they blew their one-goal lead three minutes later. They regained their one-goal lead in the second half due to Xie Pengfei's goal in the dying embers of the game to rescue a crucial three points in a 2:1 victory.

Prior to that, they were unable to put on a convincing display at home against Beijing Guoan FC, but they were able to rescue a point in a 1:1 draw thanks to Ademilson's goal in second-half stoppage time.

While they are on a two-match unbeaten streak, it does not change the fact that they have started the season poorly and will need to improve if they are to retain the title this season.

They are presently in 10th place with 4 points, three points behind 6th place, and collecting all three points here will be critical to narrowing the point gap to first place to two points.

Probable Starting XI

Formation: 4-4-1-1

D. Liu; D. Hanwen, Y. Liu, Wallace, G. Zhunyi; X. Pengfei, H. Chad, D. Yan, W. Shihao; N. Stanciu; Davidson

Head-To-Head

This will be the first encounter between these two sides in the Super League.

Expert Betting Tips

Qingdao Hainiu FC demonstrated their attacking prowess against Beijing Guoan FC, scoring three goals despite being listed as underdogs, demonstrating that they are not a side to be written off, and with this being their first ever meeting with reigning champions Wuhan Three Towns, they'll be eager to build on their momentum and record their second consecutive victory.

Wuhan Three Towns recorded their first win against Meizhou Hakka FC, but something is definitely missing with their performance as they have yet to impress with their stuttering performance, and the fact that they are five points off first place shows that they have had an underwhelming start to the season with their title defense charge really faltering.

Qingdao Hainiu FC will undoubtedly be a surprise package in this match as they attempt to produce another upset at home, and their potential to reach the back of the net here should not be underestimated, making both teams chances of scoring here more likely.

• 1st Half Corners - Over 4 for 2.10
• Goals - Over 2.5 for 1.72
• Both Teams To Score - Yes for 1.87