Despite having already confirmed their place in the AFC Champions League, Shanghai SIPG will be hoping to end the campaign in style with a win over Jiangsu Suning. The visitors have little to play for themselves, having steered clear of relegation over the final weeks of the season.
Chinese Super League – Shanghai Stadium, Shanghai – Saturday 4th November – 07:00 UK Time
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Draw Best Odd of: 1/100 at Betfair |
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Shanghai SIPG
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Despite little riding on the clash between Shanghai SIPG and Jiangsu Suning at the Shanghai Stadium this weekend, it is still set to attract a wide range of interest from betting customers. Former Chelsea and Tottenham Hotspur boss Andre Villas-Boas is now in charge for the home side, with Shanghai SIPG having undoubtedly been one of the most entertaining teams in the Chinese Super League over recent months. For those looking to place a bet on this game, be sure to check out our top tip below. However first, let’s take a closer look at the two teams, starting with the home side.
Shanghai SIPG Team News & Form
The goals of Wu Lei and Hulk have helped Shanghai SIPG to a second placed finish in the Chinese Super League standings, with manager Villas-Boas now already having one eye on the AFC Champions League. His side have lost just one of their last five matches, meaning that they are in good form heading into their final league encounter. Former Chelsea midfielder Oscar offers an excellent creative option for the home side, while their attacking options make Shanghai a team who can beat anyone on their day. With 70 goals from their 29 matches to date, it could well be that there is a flurry of goals on Saturday.
Jiangsu Suning Team News & Form
Jiangsu Suning have won just six matches all season, however Fabio Capello’s side have managed to ensure that they are not in danger of relegation thanks to two wins in their last five matches. Roger Martinez, Ramires and Alex Teixeira are the leading scorers for the visitors, with the trio having all scored seven CSL goals this season. Having scored just 37 goals in total, Suning’s attacking players will have to be at their best to penetrate the Shanghai defence.
Head to Head
The two teams have met on eleven occasions in the past, with Shanghai SIPG having won seven times, drawing just once. Shanghai defeated Jiangsu twice in last season’s AFC Champions League, as well as earlier on in the season at the Nanjing Olympic Sports Centre. Taking this into account, it is certainly Shanghai SIPG who are the firm favourites this weekend.
Betting Odds and Predictions
Given their home advantage and league position, it comes as little surprise that it is Shanghai SIPG who are the firm favourites for victory with the majority of bookmakers. Andre Villas-Boas’ men can be backed at odds of 2/9 at Betfair, while those looking to back a shock away victory can take advantage of best odds of 1/100 with the same bookmakers.
Top Betting Tip
However, our top betting tip for the match is to bet on over 2.5 goals being scored during the 90 minutes, which is available at best odds of 4/6 at Ladbrokes.