Predictions & Statistics

From their first 23 matches, Dalian Zhixing have collected 33 points and now occupy 6 place in the table. Their overall return of 10 wins, 3 draws, and 10 losses with goals at 34:40 reflects poor form over their recent run. Their attacking weight is carried by Nicolae Stanciu (1 goals), Yang Mingrui (1 goals), Isnik Alimi (1 goals), with creative support from Nicolae Stanciu (2 assists), Yang Mingrui (1 assists), Cephas Malele (1 assists), while defensively they have appeared fairly stable. At home, the record of 8 wins, 0 draws, and 3 losses points toward a very strong split record. They are pushing for upper-table objectives and still have something important to play for. Their broader style still suggests a more cautious and defensive approach.

Beijing Guoan approach this game with the confidence of a side sitting 2 on 35 points after 23 outings. They have recorded 11 wins, 7 draws, and 5 losses, with a 45:29 goal return and very strong form and are on a winning streak. In attack they lean heavily on Fabio Abreu (3 goals), Zhang Yuning (3 goals), Dawhan (3 goals), with creative support from Fabio Abreu (2 assists), Zhang Yuning (1 assists), Sai Erjini'ao (1 assists), while defensively they have looked fairly stable. Away from home, their record of 5 wins, 4 draws, and 2 losses points to a fairly balanced split record. They are competing near the top and remain under pressure to hold that position. Their overall playing style can be described as balanced attacking football.