Shanghai Shenhua vs Qingdao Hainiu FC Prediction: Can Star Player Andre Luis Live Up To Expectations?

Shanghai Shenhua will welcome Qingdao Hainiu FC to the Shanghai Stadium in the 12th round of the Chinese Super League. 

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

Note: Odds are subject to change at any time!

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Shanghai Shenhua was involved in a demanding bout against Tianjin Teda last time out. They dropped two points to salvage a point in a goalless draw, marking their third draw of the season. 

Despite that result, the Flower of Shanghai still maintains a consistent form in the league, going unbeaten in their last 11 matches and recording eight wins and three draws.

With 27 points accumulated from 27 points, Shanghai Shenhua holds the top spot in the Chinese Super League and has maintained a three-point cushion over second-placed Shanghai Port FC.

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Qingdao Hainiu, on the other hand, squandered a two-goal lead in what seemed to be their third win of the season, playing out a nail-biting 2-2 draw at home against Nantong Zhiyun FC. 

In light of that result, Qingdao Hainiu have now gone three matches without a win, depicting a side that has been plagued with inconsistency. They have lost seven, drawn two, and won two of their last 11 matches, which has left them languishing in the relegation places. However, they've shown signs of improvement despite unsatisfactory results.

With 8 points accumulated from 11 matches, Qingdao Hainiu FC occupies the 15th spot in the Chinese Super League standings within the relegation zone and is one point adrift of safety.

• Shanghai Shenhua are currently on a two-match winning streak when playing at home in the Super League.
• Qingdao Hainiu FC have lost three of their last five matches in the Super League.
• Shanghai Shenhua averages 3 goals per game when playing at home, and Qingdao Hainiu FC averages 0.5 goals per game when playing away.

In the last 15 meetings, Shanghai Shenhua have won eight times, Qingdao Hainiu FC have won three times, and there have been four draws, with the goal difference being 24-10 in favor of Shanghai Shenhua. 

Shanghai Shenhua has been unstoppable this season, and so have the defending champions Shanghai Port FC, who have maintained an unbeaten run too. So any drop in points could see them drop to second place if they don't keep their eyes on the price.

This match should present a golden opportunity for them to return to winning ways, considering they have been the dominant side. However, for this particular matchup, we will be focusing on the anytime goalscorer market, and we expect the name André Luis to be on the scoreboard when all is said and done, as the Brazilian has been instrumental for the home side this season, netting nine goals in the last eleven matches.

• Anytime Goalscorer - de Aguiar Andre Luis for 1.66
• Total - Under 3.5 for 1.69
• Handicap 1 (-2) for 1.7