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Shanghai Shenhua vs Dalian Zhixing Prediction

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26 Oct06:35
2 : 2

Dalian Zhixing

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Shanghai Shenhua vs Dalian Zhixing Prediction: Stats, Tips & Storylines

Welcome to our Shanghai Shenhua vs Dalian Zhixing prediction, where numbers meet narrative and betting tips come with a side of storytelling. With the Chinese Super League heating up, this October 26, 2025, fixture at Shanghai Stadium promises more than just points—it’s a tale of ambition, form, and a little bit of footballing fate.

Team Form and Tactical Background

Shanghai Shenhua, or just Shenhua for those in a hurry, are enjoying a season to remember. Sitting comfortably in 3rd place, they’ve racked up 17 wins, 6 draws, and only 4 losses—a win rate of 63% that’s the envy of many. Whether at home or away, their consistency is impressive, and their “Very Good” form is no exaggeration. Coach Leonid Slutsky has instilled a blend of discipline and flair, often adapting tactics to cover for missing stars, and he’s not shy about his title ambitions.

Dalian Zhixing, meanwhile, find themselves mid-table, hovering around 9th or 10th. Their 35% win rate (9 wins, 6 or 7 draws, 11 losses) tells the story of a team that’s solid at home but struggles on the road. Guoxu Li’s side has shown flashes of promise, with Cephas Malele (6 goals), Zakaria Labyad (5), and Zhurun Liu (4) leading the charge. Assists have come from Zhuoyi Lü (4), Labyad, and Pengyu Zhu (3 each), but away games have been their Achilles’ heel.

Head to Head and Recent Encounters

History is not on Dalian Zhixing’s side in this fixture. In their previous meetings, Shenhua has dominated, winning all encounters and keeping clean sheets. The last head to head, back in January 2025, ended 2-0 for Shenhua. In fact, Dalian Zhixing have yet to score against them in direct competition, while Shenhua have hit between three and five goals across those games. If you’re looking for a trend, this one’s hard to ignore.

Injuries, Suspensions, and Squad News

  • Shanghai Shenhua: Wai-Tsun Dai (cruciate ligament tear), Saulo Mineiro (thigh muscle), and André Luis (lumbar vertebra) have all been on the injury list, but may return just in time for this match. Their fitness could be a late storyline to watch.
  • Dalian Zhixing: No recent injury or suspension updates available, which could mean a full squad or just a very tight-lipped medical team.

Slutsky has previously shown tactical flexibility, especially when forced to rotate. Expect Shenhua to control possession and push for early goals, while Dalian Zhixing may look to counter and rely on set pieces.

Shanghai Shenhua vs Dalian Zhixing Prediction: AI Insights & Betting Tips

Let’s turn to the numbers and our AI’s Shanghai Shenhua vs Dalian Zhixing prediction. The betting odds paint a clear picture: Shenhua are heavy favorites at 1.22 for a home win, 6.25 for a draw, and a distant 10.75 for Dalian Zhixing to pull off an upset. Our AI’s best tip? H1—Shenhua to win by at least two goals, with a trust level of 10/10 and odds of 1.62. That’s confidence you can almost feel through the screen.

  • 1.22 Market Prediction: Home win (1), confidence 10.75, odds 1.22
  • Total Goals: Over 2.5 goals, confidence 5.0, odds 1.33
  • Expected Final Score: 3:1 for Shenhua
  • Half-Time Score: 1:0
  • Possession Forecast: Shenhua 70%, Dalian Zhixing 30%
  • Total Shots: Shenhua 18, Dalian Zhixing 7
  • Corners: Shenhua 6, Dalian Zhixing 1
  • Yellow Cards: 1 each

The stats tell a consistent story: Shenhua should dominate possession, rack up shots, and keep Dalian Zhixing on the back foot. The over 2.5 goals market looks attractive, given both the head to head history and Shenhua’s attacking intent. If you’re feeling adventurous, the H1 handicap bet offers a solid blend of risk and reward.

Final Thoughts: What to Expect

This Shanghai Shenhua vs Dalian Zhixing prediction isn’t just about numbers—it’s about momentum, history, and a home side with their eyes on bigger prizes. Expect Shenhua to press early, control the tempo, and likely win by a comfortable margin. Dalian Zhixing’s best hope may be to keep things tight and hope for a moment of magic from their attacking trio.

For punters, the smart money is on a Shenhua win, possibly by two or more goals, and a match with plenty of action in front of goal. After all, if history is any guide, Dalian Zhixing may need more than luck to change their fortunes in Shanghai.

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The best betting football prediction for Shanghai vs Dalian Zhixing

H1 -161

H1
10/10

1x2 Tip

1 -455

Shanghai is expected to win with odds of -455
10/10

Total Goals

Over 2.5 -256

At least 3 goals will be scored in the match
5/10

Both Teams To Score

Yes -118

Both teams are expected to score
1/10
Both Teams To Score

Correct Score

3:1

Stats Predictions

70%
Ball Possession
30%
18
Total Shots
7
7
Shots Off Goal
1
6
Corners
1
1
Yellow Cards
1

Average / Match

2.8
Total Goals
2.5
1.8
Goals Scored
0.9
1
Goals Against
1.6
51%
Possession
50%
14.5
Total Shots
14.3
5.1
Shots on Goal
4.5
6.2
Shots off Goal
4.6
12
Fouls
12.8
5.6
Corners
5.5
1.2
Offsides
2
1.88
Yellow Cards
1.8
0
Red Cards
0
391
Total Passes
379

Overview Last 10 Matches

4
Wins
3
8
Over 1.5 Goals
9
4
Over 2.5 Goals
3
2
Over 3.5 Goals
2
6
Both Teams Scored
3
0
Unexpected Wins
0
1
Unexpected Loses
0

Head to Head

Shanghai Shenhua
2 - 0 - 0
Dalian Zhixing
Dalian Zhixing Dalian Z 17-May-25
0:3
Shanghai Shanghai Shenhua
Shanghai Shenhua Shanghai 18-Jan-25
2:0
Dalian Z Dalian Zhixing

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1 SHANGHAI SIPG SHANGHAI SIPG29
71-44
63
2 Shanghai Shenhua Shanghai Shenh29
64-34
61
3 Chengdu Better City Chengdu Better29
59-27
59
4 Beijing Guoan Beijing Guoan29
64-45
54
5 Shandong Luneng Shandong Lunen29
64-45
50
6 Tianjin Teda Tianjin Teda29
39-38
44
7 Hangzhou Greentown Hangzhou Green29
58-49
41
8 Yunnan Yukun Yunnan Yukun29
46-51
41
9 Qingdao Youth Island Qingdao Youth 29
38-43
37
10 Henan Jianye Henan Jianye29
51-47
36
11 Dalian Zhixing Dalian Zhixing29
30-44
36
12 Sichuan Jiuniu Sichuan Jiuniu29
34-58
26
13 Wuhan Three Towns Wuhan Three To29
33-57
25
14 Qingdao Jonoon Qingdao Jonoon29
33-46
24
15 Meizhou Kejia Meizhou Kejia29
35-66
21
16 Changchun Yatai Changchun Yata29
26-51
19
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