Match Summary
Shanghai Shenhua and Beijing Guoan drew 1:1. The match was played in Super League 2023. Goals were scored by Yu Hanchao 18′, S. Adegbenro 67′. 2 yellow cards were shown. Shanghai Shenhua had 33% possession while Beijing Guoan held 67%. Shanghai Shenhua had 10 shots (2 on target) compared to 12 (6 on target) for Beijing Guoan. Shanghai Shenhua made 3 substitutions, Beijing Guoan made 4.
Match Events
Key match events between Shanghai Shenhua and Beijing Guoan — 2 goals and 2 cards recorded during the match.
assist: C. Malele
assist: Zhang Xizhe
Match Statistics
Shanghai Shenhua had 33% possession against Beijing Guoan's 67%. Shanghai Shenhua registered 10 shots (2 on target) while Beijing Guoan managed 12 (6 on target). Corner kicks: 2–8. Fouls committed: 14–14.
Lineups
Shanghai Shenhua lined up in a 4-2-3-1 formation under Wu Jingui, while Beijing Guoan deployed a 4-4-2 under S. Menzo.
Squad Ratings
The overall squad rating for Shanghai Shenhua is 7.01, compared to 6.89 for Beijing Guoan. 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 Jiang Shenglong (7.25), while Beijing Guoan's best-rated player is M. Ngadeu (7.24).
Attacking Output
The starting XI of Shanghai Shenhua have contributed 10 goals and 3 assists this season, led by Yu Hanchao (6G). Beijing Guoan's starters account for 3 goals and 0 assists, spearheaded by Wang Ziming (2G). Goals reflect clinical finishing and chance creation, while assists highlight the ability to unlock defences through through-balls, crosses, and set pieces.
Defensive Solidity
Shanghai Shenhua deploy 4 defenders rated 7.25 on average, against Beijing Guoan's 3-man backline averaging 7.24. 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
Shanghai Shenhua field 5 midfielders averaging 7.01, versus Beijing Guoan's 5 rated 6.74. 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
Shanghai Shenhua start 1 forward(s) averaging —, compared to 2 for Beijing Guoan averaging 6.68. 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.
Passing & Build-Up
Passing accuracy averages 45% for Shanghai Shenhua and 57% for Beijing Guoan. 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
Shanghai Shenhua's starters have collected 6 yellow cards this season, compared to 5 for Beijing Guoan. 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 30.0 (youngest: Jiang Shenglong (25), oldest: Yu Hanchao (38)), while Beijing Guoan average 33.3 (youngest: Wang Ziming (29), oldest: Chi Zhongguo (36)). 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 14 for Beijing Guoan. 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
Recent Form
In their last 6 matches, Shanghai Shenhua have recorded 1 wins, 0 draws and 5 defeats. Beijing Guoan show 4 wins, 0 draws and 2 losses from their last 6 outings.
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Head to Head
Shanghai Shenhua and Beijing Guoan have met 2 times — Shanghai Shenhua won 1, Beijing Guoan won 0, with 1 draws. Their rivalry dates back to 2025. Shanghai Shenhua leads the head-to-head with 1 victories from 2 meetings. A combined 8 goals have been scored across these fixtures, averaging 4.00 per match (5 for the home side, 3 for the visitors). Both teams scored in 2 matches (100%). Over 2.5 goals landed in 2 games (100%), making it a fixture that tends to produce goals. The highest-scoring encounter finished 1–3 in 2025.
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API data: 15 Mar 2026