Yunnan Yukun FC
- Yunnan Yukun FC have been in mixed form over the last 5 games, winning 2, drawing 1 and losing 2.
- They're currently 5th in the Chinese Super League 2026 on 24 points from 18 games and have won 2 of their last 5 games, drawing 1 and losing 2.
- Yunnan's recent home record has seen them win 4, draw 1 and lose 3 of their 8 matches, averaging 2.00 goals per game scored and 1.62 per game conceded.
Shanghai Port
- Shanghai have been just as inconsistent with 2 wins, 1 draw and 2 defeats from their last 5, leaving them in 12th place on 15 points from 17.
- Kevin Muscat has been in charge since January 2024 and has installed a more aggressive and high-tempo style at Shanghai Port, who have won 2, drawn 2 and lost 5 of their 9 away games.
- Meanwhile, Port have averaged 1.11 goals per game for and 1.56 goals against on their travels.
Head-to-Head
Shanghai Port have won the last 3 meetings in the Chinese Super League 2026, including a 2-1 victory over Yunnan Yukun FC 3 months ago.
Key Players
- Oscar Taty Maritu remains the top scorer for Yunnan with 12 goals in 18 Chinese Super League 2026 appearances.
- Brazilian Leonardo leads the way for Shanghai with 5 goals in 13 Chinese Super League 2026 games.
Betting Insights
- Yunnan and Shanghai will face off at the Yuxi Plateau Sports Center Stadium, China on Friday in a game where the draw looks too big at 3.93 and both teams are fairly well matched at 2.45 and 2.6 respectively.
- Over 2.5 goals at 1.38 looks like the standout alternative, which suits the attacking numbers and open-game feel of the match.
Prediction
- A tight tactical match is expected with the visitors having a psychological edge, so we'll go with the home side to edge it or, at the very least, keep it close.
- Shanghai Port's higher tempo and high-press will look to push Yunnan back and make errors in the build-up.
- Yunnan's compact 4-2-3-1 and selective pressing should invite Port forward and then try to spring fast breaks.
