Match Summary
Chengdu Better City defeated Shanghai Shenhua 2:0. The match was played in Super League 2022. Goals were scored by Wu Guichao 12′, Felipe 86′. 1 yellow cards were shown. Shanghai Shenhua had 40% possession while Chengdu Better City held 60%. Shanghai Shenhua had 5 shots (3 on target) compared to 13 (3 on target) for Chengdu Better City. Shanghai Shenhua made 5 substitutions, Chengdu Better City made 4. VAR was involved: Penalty cancelled (Xiang Baixu 34′).
Match Events
Key match events between Shanghai Shenhua and Chengdu Better City — 2 goals and 1 cards recorded during the match.
assist: Abduhamit Abdugheni
Match Statistics
Shanghai Shenhua had 40% possession against Chengdu Better City's 60%. Shanghai Shenhua registered 5 shots (3 on target) while Chengdu Better City managed 13 (3 on target). Corner kicks: 2–5. Fouls committed: 8–16.
Lineups
Shanghai Shenhua lined up in a 3-4-2-1 formation under Wu Jingui, while Chengdu Better City deployed a 4-4-2 under Seo Jung-Won.
Squad Ratings
The overall squad rating for Shanghai Shenhua is 6.77, compared to — for Chengdu Better City. 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. Shanghai Shenhua's highest-rated starter is Ma Zhen (6.77), while Chengdu Better City's best-rated player is —.
Midfield Control
Shanghai Shenhua field 11 midfielders averaging 6.77, versus Chengdu Better City's 11 rated —. 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.
Discipline
Shanghai Shenhua's starters have collected 1 yellow cards this season, compared to 0 for Chengdu Better City. 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 Shanghai Shenhua's starting XI is 27.0 (youngest: Ma Zhen (27), oldest: Ma Zhen (27)), while Chengdu Better City average 39.0 (youngest: Geng Xiaofeng (38), oldest: Liu Tao (40)). 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
Shanghai Shenhua's starters average 23 league appearances each, versus 0 for Chengdu Better City. 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
Substitutes
Recent Form
In their last 6 matches, Shanghai Shenhua have recorded 1 wins, 0 draws and 5 defeats. Chengdu Better City show 0 wins, 4 draws and 2 losses from their last 6 outings.
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Head to Head
Shanghai Shenhua and Chengdu Better City have met 2 times — Shanghai Shenhua won 0, Chengdu Better City won 1, with 1 draws. Their rivalry dates back to 2025. Chengdu Better City leads the head-to-head with 1 victories from 2 meetings. A combined 3 goals have been scored across these fixtures, averaging 1.50 per match (1 for the home side, 2 for the visitors). Both teams scored in 1 matches (50%). Over 2.5 goals landed in 0 games (0%), making it a fixture that tends to produce goals. The highest-scoring encounter finished 1–1 in 2025.
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Recent Meetings (2)
API data: 15 Mar 2026