Shanghai Shenhua - Meizhou Hakka predictions and free betting tips [26/06/2024]

Today at 11:00 the Chinese Super League match between Shanghai Shenhua and Meizhou Hakka will take place at the stadium.

Shanghai Shenhua

Shanghai Shenhua Football Club is showcasing impressive performance this season in the Chinese Super League. Leonid Slutsky's team is currently in 2nd place on the league table, trailing the leader Shanghai Port by just 5 points. With a present record of 11 wins and 4 draws without a single loss after 15 games, Shanghai Shenhua has accumulated 37 points with a goal difference of 31:6, underscoring their strong play. Shanghai Shenhua demonstrated their fighting spirit and adaptability on the pitch in their last match against Chengdu on 16 June. Despite an early own goal by Jiang Shenglong in the 4th minute, Shanghai Shenhua quickly levelled the score thanks to a goal by Malela in the 16th minute. However, Slutsky's team couldn't push further, resulting in a 1:1 draw. Occupying the second spot on the league table with 3 wins in their last 5 matches, Shanghai Shenhua shows stability and potential for further success this season.

Meizhou Hakka

Meizhou Hakka lost their recent match against league leader Shanghai Port on 18 June with a score of 1:2. Meizhou Hakka is currently placed 12th in the Chinese Super League standings. The team has played 15 matches, with only 2 wins, 6 losses, and 7 draws, holding a goal difference of 11:18. Their form over the last 5 matches includes 1 win and 2 draws. Shanghai Port is demonstrating absolute dominance in the league, winning 12 out of their 15 matches without a single loss and accumulating 39 points.

Match Prediction: Shanghai Shenhua vs Meizhou Hakka

Slutsky's team continues their unbeaten streak and battles with Port for the championship. The visitors often play defensively, and in the match against the league leaders, it’s clear they will close up. Shanghai knows how to play against such opponents. I predict a win for the hosts and to bet on a match total under 3.5 goals.