As the anticipation builds for the Chinese Super League showdown between Meizhou Hakka and Shanghai Port, football enthusiasts and neutrals are gearing up for what promises to be an electrifying match. Scheduled for June 18, 2024, this clash will take place at the Wuhua Olympic Sports Centre, with Shanghai Port entering as the clear favourites given their recent form.
With Shanghai Port aiming to maintain their top-tier dominance and Meizhou Hakka striving to pull off an upset, this match offers plenty of intrigue. In this preview, we delve into team form, player statistics and expert predictions to provide a comprehensive guide for fans and neutrals.
Match Preview
Head-to-Head Performance
In the last four encounters between Meizhou Hakka and Shanghai Port, Shanghai Port has dominated with three wins and one draw.
The most recent meeting ended in a 1-1 draw, showcasing a competitive clash.
Current Form
Meizhou Hakka
Last 10 League Games: 2 wins, 2 losses, 6 draws
Average Goals: 0.7 per game
Top Scorers: Chugui Ye and Nebojsa Kosovic (2 goals each)
Home Performance: Failed to win any of their last 10 home matches and failed to score in 5 of those games
Shanghai Port
Last 10 League Games: 9 wins, 1 draw
Average Goals: 3.8 per game
Top Scorers: Gustavo (11 goals) and Lei Wu (10 goals)
Away Performance: Undefeated in their last 16 matches, scoring 2 or more goals in 12 of their past 14 matches
Team News
Meizhou Hakka
Meizhou Hakka's recent performances have been lacklustre, with only two wins in their last ten matches.
The team has struggled at home, failing to win their last ten home games and failing to score in five of them.
Key players like Chugui Ye and Nebojsa Kosovic will need to step up to challenge Shanghai Port.
Shanghai Port
Shanghai Port, on the other hand, is in excellent form. They have not lost in their last 16 matches, showcasing a strong attacking front led by Gustavo and Lei Wu.
The team has also kept six clean sheets in their past ten away matches, indicating a solid defence.
Prediction
Considering the current form and head-to-head statistics, Shanghai Port is the clear favourite to win, in our opinion.
With an impressive scoring record and a strong defence, our prediction is that Shanghai Port will win 2-0.
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