Zhejiang Professional FC vs Qingdao West Coast Prediction: The Green Giants Won't Hold Back In The First Half

Zhejiang Professional FC will welcome Qingdao West Coast to the Hangzhou Dragon Stadium in the fourth round of the Chinese Super League. 

The Green Giants will be looking to maintain their successful start to the Chinese Super League season by extending their unbeaten run to four matches. They lock horns with newly promoted Qingdao West Coast, who have won just one of their last three matches.

Let's have a look at the latest Chinese Super League predictions between Zhejiang Professional FC vs. Qingdao West Coast, probable lineups, match facts, and betting odds for you to consider!

Note: Odds are subject to change at any time!

Zhejiang Professional FC

After their goalless draw against powerhouse Shanghai Port FC at home, which was deemed a favorable outcome, Zhejiang Professional FC promptly returned to winning form, narrowly defeating Meizhou Hakka FC 2-1 on the road.

In light of this result, the Green Giants have avoided defeat in their last three matches, recording two wins and a solitary loss. Their solid defense has been the driving force behind their success this season, conceding just once in those matches.

With 7 points accumulated from three matches, Zhejiang Professional FC sits in fifth place in the Chinese Super League standings and is two points behind first-placed Shanghai Shenhua. 

Probable Starting XI

Formation: 4-2-3-1

B. Zhao; X. Yue, L. Possignolo, N.H. Leung, Y. Dong; A. N'Doumbou, T. Li; D. Owusu-Sekyere, B. Gu, J. Cheng; Leonardo

Qingdao West Coast

Qingdao West Coast, on the other hand, were the talk of the town in the first Qingdao Derby in its 30-year history as they defeated Qingdao Hainiu FC 1-0 thanks to a Brayan Riascos strike in the 27th minute.

Considered one of the two debutants in the top flight this season, this was their first league win in three matches, having stumbled upon difficulties going two matches without a victory (L1 D1).

With four points accumulated in three matches, Qingdao West Coast sits in ninth place in the Chinese Super League standings and is three points behind second-placed Tianjin Teda. 

Probable Starting XI

Formation: 4-4-2

J. Ji; Z. Ge, V. Haroyan, P. Liu, H. Zhao; N. Luz, Eduardo, F. Gang, W. Lei; B. Riascos, Alan

Match Facts

• Zhejiang Professional FC are currently on an 18-match unbeaten run when playing in the Super League.
• Qingdao West Coast has yet to win an away match in the Super League this season.
• Zhejiang Professional FC averages 1.9 goals per game when playing at home, and Qingdao West Coast averages 1.1 goals per game when playing.

Head-To-Head

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

Expert Betting Tips

Zhejiang Professional FC has had a successful start to the season, as they have yet to suffer defeat in their last three matches. They enter this match brimming with confidence, aiming to secure their second consecutive victory in front of their fans, a feat they'll likely achieve hassle-free against newly promoted Qingdao West Coast. 

Consequently, we expect Zhejiang Professional FC to lead at halftime in this match against a team that has been trailing at halftime in two of their last three matches.

• Half-time Result - Zhejiang Professional FC for 1.90
• Total - Over 2.5 for 1.64
• Both Teams To Score - No for 1.92