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SHANGHAI SIPG vs Dalian Zhixing Prediction, Tips & Odds

SHANGHAI SIPG vs Dalian Zhixing

Super LeagueRegular Season - 18
SHANGHAI SIPG
#7 · Super League
DWDDL
1 - 1
Pudong Football Stadium, Shanghai
Dalian Zhixing
#4 · Super League
DLDWW
★ OUR PICK
Over 2.5 Goals
Both sides average plenty of goals and trend toward open games — the over is the value pick here.
Totals
1.47
BEST ODDS
Our pick: Bookmakers offer average 1.42 (implied 70.2%) for Over 2.5 Goals. Our experts calculate a 72.7% probability (an expert ratio of 1.37). We chose this bet because our experts rate it more likely than the bookmaker price implies (72.7% vs 70.2%), driven by both sides' high goal output and tendency toward open games. That edge makes it our most confident selection for this match.

Match Preview

The model favours Dalian Zhixing to win this match, projecting a scoreline of 2-1. Currently positioned 3rd in the league, Dalian Zhixing has shown strong performance throughout the season with 10 wins from 21 matches. Their goal-scoring ability has been somewhat balanced, with 32 goals scored and 36 conceded. Recent form showcases a mixed bag with two wins, two draws, and one loss in their last five matches, indicating they are competitive but may struggle defensively. On the other hand, Shanghai SIPG finds itself in 12th place, having garnered only 22 points from 21 games. With 7 wins, 6 draws, and 8 losses, their overall season performance has been inconsistent. However, they have managed to score 33 goals while conceding 29, demonstrating a slightly positive goal difference. Their recent form shows two wins, two draws, and one loss, suggesting they are capable of competing effectively but have not been as consistent as their opponents. The model output indicates a win probability favouring Dalian Zhixing, with a projected score of 2-1. A key market percentage is not provided, but it is important to note that while Dalian Zhixing appears to be the stronger side, they could be vulnerable if their defence falters. For a detailed look at how the prediction was determined, please refer to the "How We Reached This Prediction" section, where The Daily Punt Analysis Team explains their in-house model that evaluates fixtures through expected goals and actual results across the season.

Betting Predictions

How the model works, and its full prediction record, are set out on our How It Works and Accuracy pages.

Match Result
SHANGHAI SIPG Win59%1.45
Draw19%4.55
Dalian Zhixing Win23%5.86
BTTS
Both Teams to Score: Yes
1.5559.2%

Both attacks have been productive in recent matches, with regular goal-scoring on either side.

Over/Under Goals
Over 2.5 Goals
1.4261.3%

Combined goal output is high (2.5 per game). The over has been the right side more often than not.

Correct Score
SHANGHAI SIPG 2-1 Dalian Zhixing
7.6313.2%

The most likely scoreline per our model at 13.2% probability.

Asian Handicap
SHANGHAI SIPG -1.5
2.2039%

SHANGHAI SIPG have been the stronger side, winning 26% of their matches.

CORRECT SCOREMost likely outcomes
2-1
7.63
13.2%
2-0
8.44
11.9%
1-1
8.87
11.4%
1-0
9.56
10.6%
3-1
9.79
10.3%
3-0
10.85
9.3%

Our model projects a 2-1 SHANGHAI SIPG win as the most likely scoreline at 13.2% probability. 3 of the top six outcomes feature SHANGHAI SIPG clean sheets, in line with their 19% clean-sheet rate this season.

ASIAN HANDICAPLines & prices
SHANGHAI SIPG
-0.0
1.16
Dalian Zhixing
+0.0
4.64
SHANGHAI SIPG
-0.5
1.43
Dalian Zhixing
+0.5
5.10
SHANGHAI SIPG
-1.5
2.20
Dalian Zhixing
+1.5
10.50

Lines averaged across 4 bookmakers. SHANGHAI SIPG are the favourites on the spread, so the larger handicaps pay more if they win comfortably while the smaller lines protect the bet on a narrower result.

Best Betting Odds

SHANGHAI SIPG vs Dalian Zhixing
Bookmaker1X2O/U 2.5BTTS
1X2OverUnderYesNo
10Bet
1.444.505.751.422.701.532.25
Marathonbet
1.434.556.251.402.561.562.24
Betfair
1.404.756.001.402.881.532.45
Pinnacle
1.474.736.651.462.76
SBO
1.394.225.13
William Hill
1.444.206.001.532.38
Bet365
1.485.005.501.442.701.572.25
1xBet
1.474.686.441.402.561.562.28
Unibet
1.504.505.751.472.431.582.16
888Sport
1.444.206.001.402.631.532.38
Betano
1.474.555.501.452.571.572.25
Superbet
1.454.705.451.422.671.572.25
BetVictor
1.444.605.751.402.751.532.30

Goals Probability

Avg. bookmaker odds
Over 0.5 Goals
93.8%
Over 1.5 Goals
83.3%
Over 2.5 Goals
61.3%
Over 3.5 Goals
44.4%

Double Chance

Bet covers two outcomes
1XSHANGHAI SIPG or Draw
77%1.11
12SHANGHAI SIPG or Dalian Zhixing
81%1.16
X2Draw or Dalian Zhixing
42%2.60

Head to Head

Last 3 Meetings (SHANGHAI SIPG leads 2-1)
2 SHANGHAI SIPG0 Draw1 Dalian Zhixing
20 Mar
Dalian Zhixing
1-0
SHANGHAI SIPG
Super League
Nov 25
Dalian Zhixing
0-1
SHANGHAI SIPG
Super League
Jun 25
SHANGHAI SIPG
3-0
Dalian Zhixing
Super League

In the last three encounters between Shanghai SIPG and Dalian Zhixing, the head-to-head record stands at two wins for Shanghai SIPG and one win for Dalian Zhixing, with no draws. The scorelines indicate a generally favorable outcome for Shanghai SIPG, highlighted by a decisive 3-0 victory and a narrow 1-0 win, while Dalian Zhixing managed a solitary 1-0 win. This suggests that while Dalian Zhixing has had some success, the overall trend leans towards Shanghai SIPG, particularly with two of their victories being without conceding.

Super League Standings

#TeamPWDLGFGAGDPtsForm
1
Chengdu Better City
25156451302151
WLWLD
2
Beijing Guoan
25119549331637
DDWWW
3
Qingdao Youth Island
2581342930-137
DWDDW
4
Dalian Zhixing
25114103641-537
DWDLW
5
Shandong Luneng
2513394542336
WLWWW
6
Yunnan Yukun
25105104951-235
LDWWL
7
SHANGHAI SIPG
2510784033732
WWDWW
14
Tianjin Teda
247893331219
DDLLW
15
Wuhan Three Towns
235993539-419
WDLDW
16
Qingdao Jonoon
2563163351-1814
LLLLL

Venue Record

Current season at home / on the road
SHANGHAI SIPGHome
5W4D3L
12 playedGF 21 · GA 131.58 pts/game
Dalian ZhixingAway
3W3D7L
13 playedGF 15 · GA 260.92 pts/game

Key Statistics

2026 Season
SHANGHAI SIPGDalian Zhixing
1.23Goals p.g.1.3
1.55Goals conceded p.g.1.73
19%Clean sheets20%
26%Win rate30%
2.77Avg goals in match3.03
1.15xG per game1.89
56%Possession %49%
3.6Shots on target / game5.0
5.2Corners per game6.0
SHANGHAI SIPG
Recent Form

SHANGHAI SIPG have won 3 of their last 13 matches at home, drawing 6 and losing 4. Their recent home fixtures include drew with Dalian Zhixing 1-1 and drew with Sichuan Jiuniu 1-1.

Overall, the wider run reads 8W 11D 12L from the last 31 games (26% win rate). The form line has been negative, with defeats outweighing wins across the sample.

Match Results: SHANGHAI SIPGAll competitions
19 Aug
SHANGHAI SIPG
1-1
Dalian Zhixing
Super League
14 Aug
Wuhan Three Towns
2-3
SHANGHAI SIPG
Super League
21 Jul
SHANGHAI SIPG
1-1
Sichuan Jiuniu
FA Cup
17 Jul
Yunnan Yukun
2-2
SHANGHAI SIPG
Super League
04 Jul
Qingdao Youth Island
2-1
SHANGHAI SIPG
Super League
27 Jun
Henan Jianye
1-2
SHANGHAI SIPG
Super League
8
Win
26%
11
Draw
35%
12
Lost
39%
Dalian Zhixing
Recent Form

Dalian Zhixing have won 2 of their last 17 matches on the road, drawing 6 and losing 9. Their recent away fixtures include drew with Dalian Zhixing 1-1 and lost to Yunnan Yukun 3-1.

Overall, the wider run reads 9W 7D 14L from the last 30 games (30% win rate). The form line has been negative, with defeats outweighing wins across the sample.

Match Results: Dalian ZhixingAll competitions
19 Aug
SHANGHAI SIPG
1-1
Dalian Zhixing
Super League
15 Aug
Yunnan Yukun
3-1
Dalian Zhixing
Super League
21 Jul
Henan Jianye
1-1
Dalian Zhixing
FA Cup
18 Jul
Dalian Zhixing
3-1
Shandong Luneng
Super League
04 Jul
Dalian Zhixing
3-2
Wuhan Three Towns
Super League
28 Jun
Dalian Zhixing
1-4
Shanghai Shenhua
Super League
9
Win
30%
7
Draw
23%
14
Lost
47%

Lineups

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Lineups not yet announced

Starting lineups are usually confirmed approximately 1 hour before kick-off.

Unavailable Players

0 players

SHANGHAI SIPG

No reported absences

Dalian Zhixing

No reported absences

Betting Strategy

High-probability picks are the most likely outcomes. Value selections are markets where our model's probability sits above the price implied by the odds. They will not always come in, but the odds are in your favour over time.

High Probability
SHANGHAI SIPG Win1.45 (58.5%)
Over 2.5 Goals1.42 (61.3%)
Both Teams Score1.55 (59.2%)
Value Bets
Under 2.5 Goals2.66 (38.7%)
BTTS No2.29 (40.8%)
Speculative
Draw4.55 (18.9%)
Dalian Zhixing Win5.86 (22.6%)

Yellow Card Prediction

The referee for this fixture has not been confirmed, so we are sitting this card market out.

Corner Prediction

SHANGHAI SIPG have averaged 5.2 corners per match at home; Dalian Zhixing 6.0 on the road. Combined that projects roughly 6.6 corners in this fixture. Our pick is under 9.5 corners at 1.80.

Player Stats Bet

SHANGHAI SIPG have generated 1.15 xG per game across their recent matches, winning 26% of them. They put 3.6 shots on target per match, giving their attackers the volume needed to land a goal-involvement bet. SHANGHAI SIPG player to score at 1.85 looks well supported by the data.

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OUR PREDICTION
2.5 Goals Over

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The Daily Punt Analysis Team

Data-driven football predictions and betting tips

This forecast was built by the The Daily Punt Analysis Team using our in-house statistical model. We feed the model two layers of data for every fixture: each team's recent expected goals (xG and xGA) and their actual goals scored and conceded, split by home and away venue. The numbers run through a Poisson distribution that produces a probability for every possible scoreline, which we then convert into fair odds for the 1X2, correct score, BTTS, and over/under markets.

Before publishing, we cross-check our fair odds against the prices the major bookmakers are offering. Where a bookmaker is paying out more than our model says is mathematically fair, we flag that market as a value bet on this page.