On the evening of July 22nd, 19:35, the Chinese Super League will see a clash in the 24th round, with Cangzhou Lions hosting Shanghai Shenhua.
Cangzhou Lions have earned a record of 4 wins, 5 draws, and 10 losses in the first 19 rounds of the league, accumulating only 17 points, placing them second from the bottom of the table. The team is currently engaged in an intense relegation battle. It’s worth noting that even Shenzhen Pengcheng, currently ranked 10th, only holds a 4-point lead over the relegation zone. This year’s Chinese Super League relegation battle promises to be thrilling.
In their 10 home games this season, Cangzhou Lions have achieved a record of 3 wins, 2 draws, and 5 losses, collecting 11 home points, placing them 9th on the table. Clearly, their home performance is significantly better than their away record. They hope to utilize their home advantage to aid their relegation efforts. In these 10 games, the team has scored 12 goals and conceded 15, demonstrating a decent but not outstanding performance in both offense and defense.
After suffering two consecutive 0-4 defeats in the 16th and 17th rounds, the team has managed two 1-1 draws against Shenzhen Pengcheng and Wuhan Three Towns in the last two rounds, boosting their morale to some extent. In this critical relegation battle, points against strong opponents are crucial. If Cangzhou Lions can hold onto a draw, it would be a satisfactory outcome. Notably, this will be Li Xiaopeng’s debut as head coach of Cangzhou. Facing such an opponent in his first match poses a considerable challenge for the renowned coach.
Shanghai Shenhua, on the other hand, boasts an impressive undefeated record of 15 wins and 4 draws in the first 19 rounds of the league, accumulating 49 points and securing second place on the table. Shenhua’s performance this year has been commendable. However, their city rivals, Shanghai Port, have been even more exceptional. The points gap between the two teams has widened to 5 points, with Shanghai Port having played one more game. This puts significant pressure on Shenhua. If they fail to secure all three points, the gap between them will exceed one game, placing them in a precarious situation.
In their 9 away games this season, Shenhua has achieved a record of 7 wins and 2 draws, scoring 14 goals and conceding only 3. This team, known for their counter-attacking style in the history of the Chinese Super League, has displayed a different approach this season. Their offense has been exceptional, while their defense maintains the tradition they’ve upheld for years. However, Shenhua’s tendency to rise to the occasion against strong opponents while struggling against weaker teams raises concerns for their fans.
The team has secured four consecutive wins in the league. However, in their most recent match, they narrowly defeated Changchun Yatai 3-2. This match revealed a slight fatigue in Shenhua. Their next two matches will be against Beijing Guoan, who drew against them earlier this season. Therefore, they need not only to win their next two matches but also to stay healthy, setting a high standard for them. Zhu Chenjie, the team’s key center-back, is currently injured and may not be able to participate in this match.
In their last 10 encounters, Shanghai Shenhua has emerged victorious in 6, drawn 2, and lost 2. The two losses occurred in the 2021-22 season when the team was going through a slump. Now, Shenhua has regained its status as a powerhouse, while Cangzhou Lions has become a weaker team. The outcome of this match is likely to be self-evident.
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