Meizhou Hakka FC vs Shanghai Shenhua Prediction: The Flower of Shanghai Is Already On A High This Season

The China Super League begins its first round of matches this Sunday as Meizhou Hakka FC hosts Shanghai Shenhua at the Wuhua Olympic Sports Center Huitang Stadium.

Let's have a look at the latest Chinese Super League predictions between Meizhou Hakka FC vs. Shanghai Shenhua, match facts, head-to-head statistics and betting odds for you to consider!

Note: Odds are subject to change at any time!

Meizhou Hakka FC had a disappointing campaign, falling short of expectations in the preceding season of the China Super League, as they finished in 11th place, four places above the relegation zone. This signified a decline from their ninth-place finish in the 2021/22 season. 

Despite dispelling any concerns of relegation, Robert's men didn't conclude the season on a high, but rather on a somber note, going winless in their last three matches (L2 D1). They will be making their third consecutive appearance in the top flight, with ambitions sky high this time around.

Shanghai Shenhua experienced yet another disappointing campaign in the previous season, where they once again faltered due to their own mistakes. Poised for an AFC Champions League qualifier spot, Shanghai Shenhua gave up that spot to Zhejiang Professional FC as they secured a fifth-place finish, repeating the same ordeal that befell them in the 2021/22 season. 

To compensate for that setback, the Flower of Shanghai went on to clinch their sixth CFA Cup by defeating the formidable Shandong Taishan 1-0 at home. In preparation for this upcoming competitive match, they engaged in three friendly games, securing two wins and a solitary defeat. Building up on that momentum, they went on to secure a 1-0 victory against defending champions Shanghai Port FC in the Super Cup final to make it their fourth title and kick-start the season on a high.

• Meizhou Hakka FC have extended their winless run in the league to three matches stretching to the previous season.
• Shanghai Shenhua have lost one of their last five matches across all competitions.
• Meizhou Hakka FC averages 1.4 goals per game when playing at home, and Shanghai Shenhua averages 1.1 goals per game when playing away.

In the last 5 meetings, Meizhou Hakka FC have won 0 times, Shanghai Shenhua have won 5 times, and there have been 0 draws, with the goal difference being 7-1 in favor of Shanghai Shenhua. 

Meizhou Hakka FC, with the support of their home crowd, will be aiming to outmaneuver a Shanghai Shenhua side that has maintained overt superiority over them in the past years. However, they could prove to be formidable opponents given their strong performance at home in the previous season.

Therefore, we anticipate a tight contest with goals at both ends of the pitch, which should surface between the two sides looking to secure maximum points in their opening match. 

• Both Teams To Score - Yes for 1.95
• W2 for 1.76
• Total - Over 2.5 for 1.95