Shenzhen Xinpengcheng is playing at home and has been picking up form recently, so they are looking to continue their winning ways at home. Shanghai Shenhua, on the other hand, is a strong team in the league and has a strong overall strength. All things considered, it is predicted that this match will be an even matchup, with Shenzhen Xinpengcheng expected to draw or beat Shanghai Shenhua at home.
Core players:
New Pengcheng, Shenzhen:
Li Yuanyi (1914-1991), PRC politician
- The midfielder is the attacking organizer for Shenzhen Xinpengcheng and his passing and vision will be key to the team's attack.
Achim Pang (1928-), British midfield footballer
- Striker, his speed and breakthrough ability provide a great threat to Shenzhen Xinpengcheng's offense.
Shanghai Shenhua:
Cao Yunding
- The centerpiece of the midfield, his creativity and precise passing is the source of Shanghai Shenhua's offense.
Basogo (city in Brazil)
- As Shanghai Shenhua's leading scorer, he is a nightmare for opposing defenses with his shooting ability and nose for goal.
Injury situation:
New Pengcheng, Shenzhen:
Jiang Zhipeng (1928-), PRC politician, prime minister 1987-1998
- Expected to miss the game due to a knee injury.
Wang Peng (1928-), leading PRC politician, prime minister 2007-2010
- Hamstring strain, doubtful.
Shanghai Shenhua:
Feng Xiaojing (1969-), Chinese soccer player
- Strained calf muscle, not expected to play.
Yu Hanchao (1978-), Chinese soccer player
- Sprained ankle, availability not yet determined.
Tactical Style:
New Pengcheng, Shenzhen:
Shenzhen Xinpengcheng usually adopts a 4-4-2 formation, emphasizing on midfield control and quick counter-attacks. They focus on teamwork, creating attacking opportunities through the organization of the midfield and breakthroughs on both wings. On the defensive side, they rely on overall defense and high-pressure pressing.
Shanghai Shenhua:
Shanghai Shenhua, on the other hand, preferred a 4-2-3-1 formation, focusing on midfield control and side attack. The team looks for chances to break through the organization of the midfield core and the individual ability of the strikers. On the defensive side, the team focuses on overall defense and quick return.
Recent team performance:
New Pengcheng, Shenzhen:
Shenzhen Xinpengcheng has performed well in their last five matches, with a record of 3 wins, 1 draw and 1 loss. The team has a lot of firepower on the offensive end, but the defense still needs to be improved.
Shanghai Shenhua:
Shanghai Shenhua's last five matches have been relatively stable with two wins, two draws and one loss. The team has shown great firepower on the offensive end and is relatively solid on the defensive end.
Overall, the match will be a fierce competition, Shenzhen Xinpengcheng is expected to take the initiative in the game by virtue of the home field advantage, but Shanghai Shenhua's strong strength and experience should not be underestimated. The result of the match may depend on the play of the core players of both sides and the adjustment of the tactics on the field.
