Dalian Zhixing vs Dongguan Guanlian tips and predictions

No cakewalk in FA Cup battle; stalemate catches the eye

Dongguan Guanlian are superior than Dalian Zhixing but their backers might get their fingers burned here.

Any eventuality could happen here. The draw makes some sense. With both sides looking strong in defence, a goalless stalemate is the pick.

These sides have impressed at the back. Creating something of a fortress when under attack, Dalian Zhixing haven't conceded at all during their latest 3 matches. Meanwhile Dongguan Guanlian have only conceded 0.8 goals per game on average in their last 4 away matches.

Few could argue with the notion that only one side is likely to score as the match is likely to be tight. If things work out that way then the BTTS No that would be the recommended play.

Dalian Zhixing have drawn 2 of their last 5 matches. They drew 0-0 with Taian Tiankuang last Thursday. Dongguan Guanlian have drawn 4 of their last 9 matches. Their most recent tied match was when they shared the spoils with Qingdao Youth Island last Saturday. The conclusion is there's nothing to like about the home or away win prices. The draw is the play after what could be a tightly contested match-up.

Of course, Dongguan Guanlian are a second tier side so it remains to be seen how Dalian Zhixing adapt tackle the stiff test ahead of them.