Henan Songshan Longmen welcome Tianjin Jinmen Tiger at Zhengzhou Hanghai Stadium, Zhengzhou on Friday, Oct 16 at 1:35 PM in a Super League fixture that's tighter on paper than the positions suggest — just 0 points split them in the table.

Henan Songshan Longmen come into this fixture struggling badly (1W 3L in last 5). Tianjin Jinmen Tiger are struggling badly (1W 3L in last 5), making this a relatively even contest on current form. Henan Songshan Longmen won their last outing, while Tianjin Jinmen Tiger suffered defeat — home advantage backed by momentum.

Despite playing at home, Henan Songshan Longmen face a side that has dominated this fixture historically. Tianjin Jinmen Tiger have won 6 of 10 encounters, with 3 draws. Their last encounter ended in Henan Songshan Longmen won 0–1. These two tend to produce goals — averaging 2.6 per game in recent meetings.

Verdict: This looks an evenly matched contest. Home advantage gives Henan Songshan Longmen a slight edge, but Tianjin Jinmen Tiger are capable of causing problems. A draw would be a fair result.