Match Summary
Chengdu Better City defeated Guangzhou R&F 3:0. The match was played in Super League 2022. Goals were scored by Hu Jing 58′, Saldanha 66′, Rômulo 82′. 3 yellow cards were shown. Chengdu Better City had 61% possession while Guangzhou R&F held 39%. Chengdu Better City had 14 shots (6 on target) compared to 4 (2 on target) for Guangzhou R&F. Chengdu Better City made 5 substitutions, Guangzhou R&F made 5. VAR was involved: Goal cancelled (Min-woo Kim 65′), Goal confirmed (Matheus Saldanha 70′).
Match Events
Key match events between Chengdu Better City and Guangzhou R&F — 3 goals and 3 cards recorded during the match.
assist: Rômulo
assist: Chow Tim
assist: Chow Tim
Match Statistics
Chengdu Better City had 61% possession against Guangzhou R&F's 39%. Chengdu Better City registered 14 shots (6 on target) while Guangzhou R&F managed 4 (2 on target). Corner kicks: 9–2. Fouls committed: 15–14.
Lineups
Chengdu Better City lined up in a 3-4-3 formation under Seo Jung-Won, while Guangzhou R&F deployed a 5-3-2 under Li Weifeng.
Defensive Solidity
Chengdu Better City deploy 3 defenders rated — on average, against Guangzhou R&F's 5-man backline averaging —. Higher defensive ratings suggest better positional awareness, fewer individual errors, and a greater likelihood of keeping clean sheets. The rating accounts for tackles won, interceptions, aerial duels, and blocks throughout the season.
Midfield Control
Chengdu Better City field 4 midfielders averaging —, versus Guangzhou R&F's 3 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.
Forward Threat
Chengdu Better City start 3 forward(s) averaging —, compared to 2 for Guangzhou R&F averaging —. Forward ratings capture shot accuracy, movement off the ball, dribbling success, and involvement in build-up play — they indicate who carries the greater goal threat on the day.
Age & Experience
The average age of Chengdu Better City's starting XI is 34.0 (youngest: Zhang Yan (28), oldest: Liu Tao (40)), while Guangzhou R&F average — (youngest: —, oldest: —). Younger squads typically offer pace, energy, and pressing intensity, while experienced lineups bring composure, game management, and the ability to handle high-pressure moments.
Substitutes
Substitutes
Recent Form
In their last 6 matches, Chengdu Better City have recorded 0 wins, 4 draws and 2 defeats. Guangzhou R&F show 0 wins, 0 draws and 0 losses from their last 0 outings.
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API data: 15 Mar 2026