Qingdao Hainiu vs Nantong Zhiyun tips and predictions

Qingdao Hainiu won't have it all their way

Qingdao Hainiu are currently in 16th place as they get set to welcome 15th place Nantong Zhiyun.

It probably won't be simple. Both sides will like their chances but Nantong Zhiyun are tipped to put on a decent display here.

Qingdao Hainiu have been somewhat unreliable. They've lost 4 of their last 5 games as hosts. They will be looking to regain confidence at the back. Giving up an average of 2.0 goals across their latest 11 matches on their own paddock has shown what can happen if they lose their shape.

Nantong Zhiyun have posted some high calibre displays. Don't underestimate that they've scored at least once in 12 of their last 13 away fixtures. They have conceded no more than once in 16 of their last 20 away matches. If the away team puts in a repeat of what they are capable of they could produce a result.

This is not a confident prediction though and they may end up sharing the spoils. It would be misleading to imply that the favourites are a banker here. It's perfectly credible that the two sides cancel each other out over an attritional ninety minutes. In which case the BTTS No bet seems wise. As far as the goal line is concerned, it's no more than one goal picked as the best play after weighing up the chances of all outcomes.