Liaoning Tieren and Chengdu Rongcheng meet at Tiexi New District Sports Center, Shenyang on Tuesday, May 5 at 1:35 PM with both clubs firmly in the mix for the European places in the Super League. Chengdu Rongcheng hold the advantage but neither side can afford to drop points.

Liaoning Tieren come into this fixture in mixed form (2W 1D 2L). Chengdu Rongcheng, meanwhile, arrive in red-hot form (4W from last 5) — actually the better-performing side in recent weeks. Liaoning Tieren head into this on the back of a defeat, while Chengdu Rongcheng arrive off a win — momentum clearly with the visitors.

In 2 previous meetings, Liaoning Tieren lead 0–2 with 0 draws. Their last encounter ended in Liaoning Tieren won 0–2. These two tend to produce goals — averaging 4.0 per game in recent meetings.

Verdict: Despite home advantage, Chengdu Rongcheng arrive in better form and with the historical edge. This could be a tricky afternoon for Liaoning Tieren. Chengdu Rongcheng to win.