Shanghai Shenhua vs Beijing Guoan FC Prediction: Be Prepared For A Low-scoring Affair

Shanghai Shenhua will look to get back to winning ways after their draw against Wuhan Three Towns at home as they play host to Beijing Guoan FC at the Shanghai Stadium in their 8th round of the Super League.

Will the Flower of Shanghai be able to get back to winning ways by claiming a convincing win against Beijing Guoan FC, or will they settle for another unfavorable outcome at home?

Let's have a look at the latest Chinese Super League predictions between Shanghai Shenhua vs Beijing Guoan FC, probable lineups, match facts, and up-to-date betting odds for you to consider!

Shanghai Shenhua

Form: DWWDW

Shanghai Shenhua found themselves labeled as underdogs at home in their recent match against reigning champions Wuhan Three Towns, but they didn't let that deter them from salvaging a point in a 1:1 draw.

Prior to that, they made the trip to Shenzhen Universiade Sports Centre to lock horns with Shenzhen FC, and they performed admirably as they romped to a convincing 3:1 victory to secure all three points courtesy of a brace from Cephas Malele and a goal from Cao Yunding.

They are currently unbeaten in their last seven matches, where two draws and five wins have been recorded, and those results have undoubtedly depicted a side that has typified consistency. It goes without saying that they'll be seeking to extend their unbeaten run to eight games.

A goal differential has seen them give up their first place to Shanghai Port FC, as they presently occupy second place with 17 points, while maintaining a four-point lead over Chengdu Rongcheng FC in third and Tianjin Teda in fourth place.

Probable Starting XI

Formation: 4-4-1-1

Z. Ma; J. Yangyang, Z. Chenjie, A. Fulangxisi, M. Hing-Glover; Y. Hanchao, H. Wang, I. Amadou, X. Haoyang; J. Teixeira; C. Malele

Beijing Guoan FC

Form: WDWDL

The Imperial Guards marched to the right path in their recent match at home against underdogs Nantong Zhiyun FC, as they gave their fans something worth celebrating as they claimed a 1:0 victory thanks to Arijan Ademi's goal in the opening 23 minutes.

Prior to that, they displayed a subpar performance in their match against Tianjin Teda at home as they failed to settle for a more appealing result, which witnessed them salvage a point in a 1:1 despite having the numerical advantage as their opponent were reduced to 10 men on the field in the 63rd minute.

They are currently unbeaten in their last four matches in the Super League, where two wins and two draws have been recorded, and it goes without saying they've typified consistency as they seek to extend their unbeaten run to five matches against a side that has been difficult to beat.

In the standings, they presently occupy 7th place with 10 points, level on points with Wuhan Three Towns in 6th place, while their bid for third place is hampered by a three-point deficit.

Probable Starting XI

Formation: 4-5-1

H. Jiaqi; G. Wang, M. Ngadeu, Y. Bai, L. Lei; Y. Liyu, A. Ademi, Josef, G. Tianyi, S. Adegbenro; W. Ziming 

Match Facts

• Shanghai Shenhua have yet to suffer defeat in their last seven games in the Super League.
• Beijing Guoan FC have only won one of their last three away matches in the Super League.
• Shanghai Shenhua have won three successive home matches in the Super League.

Head-To-Head

In the last 27 meetings, Shanghai Shenhua have won 8 times, Beijing Guoan FC have won 15 times, and there have been 4 draws, with the goal difference being 46-31 in favor of Beijing Guoan.

Expert Betting Tips

Beijing Guoan FC have been the dominant side in this fixture, but they enter this encounter as slight underdogs due to the fact that Shanghai Shenhua have been high-flying this season, and this won't be an easy feat as they thought it would be to record their second consecutive victory, making a more cautious approach imperative to avoid suffering defeat.

Shanghai Shenhua's defense this season has been rock solid, and given that both sides have not posed a threat in offense in their matches with a combined total of 15 goals scored in their last seven matches, we anticipate this to be a low-scoring affair where a draw at the conclusion of the game may turn out to be a possibility.

• Goals - Under 2.5 for 1.64
• X for 3.15
• Corners - Under 9 for 1.90