Match Summary
Hainan Star defeated Yichun Grand Tiger 1:0. The match was played in League Two 2025. Goals were scored by X. Song 41′. 3 yellow cards were shown. Hainan Star made 1 substitutions, Yichun Grand Tiger made 5.
Match Events
Key match events between Hainan Star and Yichun Grand Tiger — 1 goals and 3 cards recorded during the match.
assist: H. Yang
Lineups
Hainan Star lined up in a — formation under Yintao Liu, while Yichun Grand Tiger deployed a — under Joan Esteva Pomares.
Squad Ratings
The overall squad rating for Hainan Star is 6.88, compared to 7.13 for Yichun Grand Tiger. This metric is derived from each player's average match rating across all league appearances this season — anything above 7.00 is considered strong, while below 6.50 signals inconsistency. Hainan Star's highest-rated starter is Tang Daozheng (7.12), while Yichun Grand Tiger's best-rated player is Liu Jing (7.34).
Attacking Output
The starting XI of Hainan Star have contributed 3 goals and 3 assists this season, led by X. Song (2G). Yichun Grand Tiger's starters account for 3 goals and 4 assists, spearheaded by Ruan Sai (2G). Goals reflect clinical finishing and chance creation, while assists highlight the ability to unlock defences through through-balls, crosses, and set pieces.
Midfield Control
Hainan Star field 11 midfielders averaging 6.88, versus Yichun Grand Tiger's 11 rated 7.13. Midfield ratings reflect passing accuracy, interceptions, key passes, and overall control of possession — the team that dominates midfield typically dictates the tempo and territory of the match.
Passing & Build-Up
Passing accuracy averages 73% for Hainan Star and 80% for Yichun Grand Tiger. Higher passing accuracy generally indicates a possession-based style with patient build-up through the thirds, while lower figures may suggest a more direct, counter-attacking approach with long balls and quick transitions.
Discipline
Hainan Star's starters have collected 12 yellow cards this season, compared to 2 for Yichun Grand Tiger. Yellow cards reflect how aggressively a team presses and tackles — a high count may indicate a physical, high-pressing style but also risks suspensions and late free-kicks in dangerous areas.
Age & Experience
The average age of Hainan Star's starting XI is 24.3 (youngest: X. Song (24), oldest: H. Yang (25)), while Yichun Grand Tiger average 26.0 (youngest: Ruan Sai (24), oldest: Liu Jing (28)). Younger squads typically offer pace, energy, and pressing intensity, while experienced lineups bring composure, game management, and the ability to handle high-pressure moments.
Squad Depth
Hainan Star's starters average 20 league appearances each, versus 20 for Yichun Grand Tiger. High appearance counts indicate an established, well-drilled unit that the manager trusts week in and week out. Lower figures may suggest rotation, injuries, or emerging players still earning their place in the team.
Substitutes
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Recent Form
In their last 6 matches, Hainan Star have recorded 2 wins, 1 draws and 3 defeats. Yichun Grand Tiger show 3 wins, 1 draws and 2 losses from their last 6 outings.
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Head to Head
Hainan Star and Yichun Grand Tiger have met 1 times — Hainan Star won 0, Yichun Grand Tiger won 0, with 1 draws. Their rivalry dates back to 2025. A combined 4 goals have been scored across these fixtures, averaging 4.00 per match (2 for the home side, 2 for the visitors). Both teams scored in 1 matches (100%). Over 2.5 goals landed in 1 games (100%), making it a fixture that tends to produce goals. The highest-scoring encounter finished 2–2 in 2025.
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Drawn
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Recent Meetings (1)
API data: 15 Mar 2026