Shanghai Port FC vs Shanghai Shenhua Prediction: Two Powerhouses Clash In The Shanghai Derby!

Shanghai Port FC will welcome Shanghai Shenhua at the Pudong Football Stadium in the eighth round of the Chinese Super League. 

Let's have a look at the latest Chinese Super League predictions between Shanghai Port FC vs. Shandong Taishan, match facts, and betting odds for you to consider!

Note: Odds are subject to change at any time!

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Shanghai Port FC come into this match boasting a fresh pair of legs after their match against Meizhou Hakka FC over the weekend was postponed. Before that, they defeated Shandong Taishan 4-3 at home in what was an entertaining affair.

The Red Eagles are currently on a two-match winning streak in the league, though that's not the full extent of their impressive performance leading up to this match, as they have avoided defeat in their last six matches, recording four wins and two draws. They are one of the two sides alongside their opponents in this clash who have yet to suffer defeat.

With 14 points accumulated in six matches, Shanghai Port FC sits in third place in the Chinese Super League standings, one point ahead of fourth-placed Cangzhou Mighty Lions FC and five points adrift of their opponents in this impending encounter who occupy the top spot.

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After their 1-1 draw against Beijing Guoan FC at home, Shanghai Shenhua managed to rebound with a convincing 2-0 victory over Nantong Zhiyun FC last time out, marking their sixth win of the season.

The Flower of Shanghai has been a force to be reckoned with this season, as they have maintained a seven-match unbeaten run. Away from home, they have been making headlines by winning four consecutive matches while preserving three clean sheets in the process.

With 19 points accumulated from seven matches, Shanghai Shenhua sits at the top of the Chinese Super League standings and has maintained a one-point cushion over second-placed Chengdu Rongcheng FC.

• Shanghai Port FC have preserved two clean sheets in their last four matches.
• Shanghai Shenhua are currently on a four-match winning streak when playing away in the Super League.
• Shanghai Port FC averages 3.33 goals per game when playing at home, and Shanghai Shenhua averages 2.25 goals per game when playing away.

In the last 28 meetings, Shanghai Port FC have won 12 times, Shanghai Shenhua have won 6 times, and there have been 10 draws, with the goal difference being 54-27 in favor of Shanghai Port FC. 

Entering this match, Shanghai Port FC are considered slight favorites to secure maximum points in front of their fans. However, they are aware that facing early pacesetter Shanghai Shenhua will present a significant challenge. Shanghai Port FC have struggled against their opponents in recent home matches, failing to win any of their last four encounters, losing one and drawing three, indicating potential difficulties in securing a favorable outcome in this match.

The anticipation surrounding this Derby match suggests that it will be an entertaining affair, a sentiment we agree with. Therefore, we anticipate both sides to score, as has been the case in four of their last seven meetings.

• Both Teams To Score - Yes for 1.64
• Total - Over 2.5 for 1.75
• Shanghai Shenhua/Draw for 1.66