Changchun Yatai vs Hebei FC Prediction: The Hosts To Capitalise On The Visitors Defense Shortcomings

Changchun Yatai will seek to put their Chinese FA Cup exit behind them and focus on getting back on track in the Super League when they play hosts to relegation-bound Hebei FC at the Wuyuan River Stadium on their 26th matchday.

Let's have a look at the latest Chinese Super League predictions between Changchun Yatai vs Hebei FC , probable lineups, match facts and up to date betting odds for you to consider!

Changchun Yatai

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With their aspirations of adding a trophy to their cabinet shattered as they recorded a 1-0 loss on the road against Jinan Xingzhou FC in the second round of the Chinese FA Cup, that was more than enough to dampen their spirits, which caused them to be less inventive in their effort to find an equalizer.

Their most recent Super League match was everything but enjoyable as they were defeated at home by Tianjin Teda by a late goal despite having had the advantage of a two-goal lead in the first half, and as a result, that diminished their prospects of salvaging a point as the game ended with a 3:2 score.

With their three-match unbeaten run put to an end, they have amassed five points in the last five matches and have continuously tried to maintain a solid form, but seem to be slightly going off course in their efforts to do so, displaying a not so good performance. They are currently ranked 11th with 31 points.

Probable Starting XI

Formation: 5-3-2

W. Yake (23); L. Chengjan (19), Q. Cui (21), J. Okore (4), H. Yiran (34), Y. Zhiyu (24); Y. Zhang (20), P. Zulj (44), Serginho (10); J. Wang (8), T. Long (29).

Hebei FC

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Suffering defeat at the hands of Chengdu Rongcheng on the road once more was their ticket out of the second round of the Chinese FA Cup, as the match ended with a 3-0 scoreline, which came as a complete blunder as that was their last resort to record a resounding result as they've failed to do so in the Super League campaign.

Their recent match in the Super League saw them suffer another dismal road setback to extend their losing streak to 14 consecutive games when playing away, as they were crushed 4-0 by the reigning champions Shandong Taishan, with their performance not convincing enough for them to walk away with a point.

A protracted losing run has left them without a point in the last 18 matches played, not to mention they've created their own streak of going four matches without scoring a goal, during which time they've conceded 19 goals.

With 25 matches played, one win, 24 losses, and no sight of a draw, they remain anchored at the bottom of the standings in the 18th position with 3 points and are 16 points away from safety.

Probable Starting XI

Formation: 4-2-3-1

W. Nianjiangcheng (1); C. Lin (21), P. Ximing (4), J. Zhang (6), J. Liu (16); D. Yao (8), Y. Yunhha (14); G. Huaze (20), X. Yao (11), W. Liao (25); W. Ren (22).

Match Facts

• In the Super League, Hebei FC has a 18-game losing streak.
• In the Super League, Changchun Yatai has scored in ten of their fifteen home games.
• The average number of goals scored in matches between Changchun Yatai and Hebei FC is 4.2.
• When playing at home, Changchun Yatai scores an average of one goal per game, while Hebei FC scores an average of 0.36 goals away per game.

Head-To-Head

Changchun Yatai has won twice in the last nine games, Hebei FC has won five times, and there have been two draws with a goal difference of 16-12 in favor of Changchun Yatai.

Expert Betting Tips

Hebei FC has been one of the worst teams in the Super League, and that is certainly not up for debate. Their string of defeats has not done them any justice and has prevented them from playing at their best. 

Now that their future in the Super League is a ticking time bomb, they are facing a team that is looking to vent after their unexpected exit in the Chinese FA Cup competition, and it appears that their chances of winning are once again improbable.

After losing to Tianjin Teda at home by a narrow margin, Changchun Yatai may be feeling a little unsatisfied with their recent play. This makes them heavy favorites with bookmakers to get back on track by recording a win, which at this point can't be questioned given the visitors' appalling form.

No matter how urgent it may be for Hebei FC to start accumulating points, there is no motivation of any kind, let alone determination, to do so. A resounding result is a far cry, and nothing can really be expected from a side that has conceded 21 goals in the last five games while accounting for two goals in the process.

As a result, we expect this to be another high-scoring match when these two teams square off because of the visitors' defensive shortcomings. Expect a thrilling encounter in which the total of the home team will be higher than 3 goals that's if the hosts rise to the occasion and put on a convincing performance.

• Total 1 - Over 3.5 for 1.90
• 1st Half - Over 1.5 for 1.72
• Corners - Over 8.5 for 1.79