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Shanghai Port host Qingdao Hainiu at SAIC Motor Pudong Arena, Shanghai on Sunday, Aug 23 at 1:35 PM in the Super League.
Shanghai Port come into this fixture in mixed form (2W 1D 2L). Qingdao Hainiu travel struggling badly (0W 4L in last 5), which may hand the initiative to the hosts.
History strongly favours Shanghai Port here — they've won 7 of 9 previous meetings against Qingdao Hainiu. Their last encounter ended in Shanghai Port won 1–3. These two tend to produce goals — averaging 5.0 per game in recent meetings.
Verdict: Shanghai Port look the stronger side on current evidence. Expect them to control proceedings at home, though Qingdao Hainiu will make it uncomfortable. Shanghai Port to win.