Dalian Zhixing will aim to leverage home advantage and tightened defense, but face a formidable SIPG side boasting an attacking streak that includes an average of 2.8 goals per match. Shanghai SIPG’s experience and recent form should give them the edge over Dalian Zhixing.
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These are our top betting tips and predictions for the match.
Considering Shanghai SIPG's superior recent performance and head-to-head form, a betting tip would favor SIPG with an Asian handicap of -1, giving a good chance to cover the odds given their historical success.
Over 2.5 goals seems the most probable outcome, considering both teams' recent attacking statistics and defensive weaknesses, especially in open play.
Shanghai SIPG is expected to start strongly, potentially leading at halftime and maintaining control of the match to win or draw the full-time result.
Both teams are capable of scoring, but SIPG’s offensive power and recent goal-average suggest BTTS (Both Teams To Score) is a viable option. However, Dalian's defensive lapses might lead to a high-scoring game.
Dalian Zhixing faces Shanghai SIPG at Dalian Suoyuwan Stadium, with SIPG favored after their commanding 3-0 victory in the previous head-to-head. Given their recent form and historical dominance, SIPG are likely to secure a positive result.
Shanghai SIPG has a perfect winning record against Dalian Zhixing in recent meetings, including a 3-0 victory in their last encounter. The trend suggests SIPG’s consistent dominance and scoring ability will continue.
Current injury reports suggest both teams are relatively fit for this fixture, with no significant absences expected from either side, allowing both managers to select their strongest lineups.
Dalian Zhixing is anticipated to field a 4-4-2 formation, focusing on solid defense and counter-attacks, while Shanghai SIPG will likely start with their usual 4-2-3-1, emphasizing offensive pressure and possession dominance.
Dalian Zhixing's form remains inconsistent, with only 20% success in their last five matches, whereas Shanghai SIPG has surged with 80% form, making them the favorites for this clash.
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Dalian Zhixing has struggled recently with only 20% form in their last five matches and a low win rate at home, while Shanghai SIPG boasts an 80% form and has performed strongly in away fixtures. Historically, SIPG dominated their previous encounters, including a 3-0 victory in their latest meeting.
Shanghai SIPG is currently the stronger side on recent form and head-to-head results, favoring their chances for another victory against Dalian Zhixing. The last meeting saw SIPG triumph comfortably, which adds weight to their winning prospects in this fixture.
Most recent case studies and form indicators suggest that Shanghai SIPG will likely continue their dominance over Dalian Zhixing, especially considering their significant away-winning record and stronger attack, averaging around 2.8 goals per match.
