Shanghai Shenhua vs Henan FC Prediction: The Blue Devils Have Revenge On Their Minds

Shanghai Shenhua vs Henan FC: Prediction for the Match on July 27, 2025

Shanghai Shenhua are out to exact revenge against Henan FC for their Chinese FA Cup defeat when they welcome the visiting team to the Shanghai Stadium in the 18th round of the Chinese Super League. Who's going to come out on top? Let us check out the match preview, team news, and betting odds to place your bets!

Shanghai Shenhua: Form and Statistics

Form: WWWLW

Shanghai Shenhua could have finished the season with a domestic treble if it wasn't for their setback in the Chinese FA Cup. In the quarter-finals, they locked horns with Henan FC. 

It was a six-goal thriller that ended level after extra time. However, for their part, the journey ended in an 8-7 penalty shootout defeat. The Blues have now been presented with the opportunity to exact revenge in this upcoming clash against the same opponents, Henan FC. 

Last time out in the league, they defeated Beijing Guoan FC in a hard-fought 3-1 away victory. This extended their winning streak to three league games.

Shanghai Shenhua: Team News

Long-term absentee Wai-Tsun Dai continues to be in the injury room for Shanghai Shenhua because of a knee injury. Saulo Mineiro and Pengfei Xie remain inactive for the club.

Head coach Luis will stick to the 4-2-3-1 formation in this upcoming encounter. Andre Luis leads the attack, while Tianyi Gao and Joao Teixeira are expected to provide support from the wings.

🔖 Probable Starting XI (4-2-3-1): Xue; Manafa, Zhu, Jiang, Chan; Yennaris, Wu; Gao, Liu, Teixeira; Andre Luis. 

⛔️ Out: Wai-Tsun Dai (injury), Saulo Mineiro (inactive), Pengfei Xie (inactive).

👤 Head coach: Leonid Slutsky.

Henan FC: Form and Statistics

Form: DDLLW

Four days after achieving the impossible, defeating China's powerhouse Shanghai Shenhua 8-7 on penalties in the quarter-finals of the Chinese FA Cup, Henan FC are back in league action. 

This time around, they have to prove that their triumph against Shanghai Shenhua in the cup competition wasn't a fluke. The Red Devils will have a difficult time trying to achieve such a feat, considering they are riding a four-match winless league run.

However, they've shown resilience and determination in their last two league games, indicating they are not an easy team to beat. A 1-1 home draw against Meizhou Hakka FC marked their second consecutive draw.

Henan FC: Team News

Henan FC has no injury news to report on heading into this crucial encounter against Shanghai Shenhua. Head coach Daniel Ramos will field his best starting lineup here.

Ruifeng Huang is the only missing player for the visitors after receiving a straight red card against Meizhou Hakka FC. Yeljan Shinar is expected to fill in for him until his return.

🔖 Probable Starting XI (4-3-3): G. Wang; Shinar, Iago Maidana, Lucas Maia, Niu; Zhong, Gerbig, S. Wang; Huang, Felippe Cardoso, Acheampong.

⛔️ Out: Ruifeng Huang (suspended).

👤 Head coach: Daniel Ramos.

Shanghai Shenhua vs Henan FC: Head-To-Head Statistics

In the last 33 meetings, Shanghai Shenhua has won 13 times, Henan FC has won 9 times, and there have been 11 draws. The goal difference is 46-40 in favor of Shanghai Shenhua. 

Shanghai Shenhua vs Henan FC: Betting Tips & Odds

• Shanghai Shenhua have scored over 2.5 goals in five of their last eight home league games. You can bet on over 2.5 Shanghai Shenhua goals for 2.45 at 1xbet.
• Henan FC have scored in each of their last five away matches across all competitions. You can bet on 'both teams to score—yes' for 1.80 at Bet365.
• Shanghai Shenhua have scored in both halves in two of their last three league games. You can bet on Shanghai Shenhua to score in both halves for 1.95 at Betway.

Shanghai Shenhua vs Henan FC match prediction 27 July 2025

Shanghai Shenhua have been presented with the opportunity to get back on track after their Chinese FA Cup exit. They have been a force to be reckoned with in the league, particularly at home. It's worth noting that they have won six consecutive matches, making me believe they can secure a comfortable win. 

Henan FC has a lot to prove in this upcoming encounter. They recently beat Shanghai Shenhua in the Chinese FA Cup and are expected to repeat the same feat. However, their current league performance has been nothing to write home about. 

I believe in the chances of a home team in this one. Shanghai Shenhua have won five of their last seven home matches across all competitions, with over 2.5 goals being scored in three instances. I'm backing Shanghai Shenhua to win combined with over 2.5 goals.

Our match prediction: W1 & TO 2.5 for a coefficient of 1.94 in the 1xbet bookmaker.

Our betting tip on the match: Total Corners - Over 10.5 for a coefficient of 1.86 in the Betway bookmaker.

Our final betting tip on the match: Anytime Goalscorer - Andre Luis for a coefficient of 1.83 in the Bet365 bookmaker.