Shanghai Port vs Nantong Zhiyun tips and predictions

Big ask for Nantong Zhiyun

It won't be long after the 12:35pm kick-off before the hosts stamp their authority on this one. Frustration will build for the visitors and the home side will reach the break in charge of proceedings. When these sides lock horns it's almost certain to deliver some goals so it should make for an entertaining affair.

Shanghai Port are currently in first place as they look ahead to hosting 14th place Nantong Zhiyun.

The short price for the home side is the only sensible play as their opponents are unlikely to push the envelope here.

A look at the respective results for each side; the hosts have reached 15 wins in 19 matches. With less fortune the visitors have lost 11 of their last 16 matches home and away. The stars are aligned for one more defeat here.

This home squad is making the most of a recent hot streak and they've looked energised. Shanghai Port have scored two or more goals in 13 of their recent 18 matches and they've refused to capitulate. They've conceded only 8 goals in their last 19 games at home and away. This clash will be a chance for them to keep a clean sheet again.

It's probably a bit far-fetched to think the visitors can turn things around.

In possession the visitors have appeared lacking in belief. They've scored one or less goals in all of their last 13 matches. Doing a deep dive into these stats presents a pretty encouraging picture for the home side - perhaps they don't need to fear the Nantong Zhiyun strikers.

Don't be disappointed when one of these sides attempts to park the bus due to the clear favouritism for Shanghai Port. The BTTS No could be the bet to take from this market. And taking a look at the goal line, it's Under 2.5 Goals picked as the best play given the prices available.