Shenzhen Juniors host Ningbo Professional on Sunday, Aug 16 at 1:00 PM in a top-four clash that could have significant title implications. Both sides are separated by just 0 points in the League One, making this one of the more consequential fixtures of the season.

Shenzhen Juniors come into this fixture in good form (3W 2D 0L recently). Ningbo Professional are in good form (3W 2D 0L recently), making this a relatively even contest on current form.

Head-to-head records offer little separation — Shenzhen Juniors and Ningbo Professional have split their 3 meetings almost evenly (1W–0D–2W). Their last encounter ended in Ningbo Professional won 0–3. These two tend to produce goals — averaging 3.0 per game in recent meetings.

Verdict: Little separates these two on form or history. Home advantage could be the deciding factor — a narrow Shenzhen Juniors win or a draw looks most likely.