Match Summary
Shanghai Shenhua defeated Hangzhou Greentown 1:0. The match was played in Super League 2023. Goals were scored by Yu Hanchao 13′. 4 yellow cards were shown. Hangzhou Greentown had 67% possession while Shanghai Shenhua held 33%. Hangzhou Greentown had 12 shots (3 on target) compared to 18 (2 on target) for Shanghai Shenhua. Expected goals: Hangzhou Greentown 0.97 — Shanghai Shenhua 2.12. Hangzhou Greentown made 4 substitutions, Shanghai Shenhua made 5. VAR was involved: Goal cancelled (Cephas Malele 55′).
Match Events
Key match events between Hangzhou Greentown and Shanghai Shenhua — 1 goals and 4 cards recorded during the match.
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Match Statistics
Hangzhou Greentown had 67% possession against Shanghai Shenhua's 33%. Hangzhou Greentown registered 12 shots (3 on target) while Shanghai Shenhua managed 18 (2 on target). Corner kicks: 3–4. Fouls committed: 10–21.
Lineups
Hangzhou Greentown lined up in a 4-4-2 formation under Jordi Vinyals, while Shanghai Shenhua deployed a 4-3-3 under Wu Jingui.
Squad Ratings
The overall squad rating for Hangzhou Greentown is 6.73, compared to 7.02 for Shanghai Shenhua. 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. Hangzhou Greentown's highest-rated starter is Cheng Jin (6.75), while Shanghai Shenhua's best-rated player is Jiang Shenglong (7.25).
Attacking Output
The starting XI of Hangzhou Greentown have contributed 1 goals and 5 assists this season, led by J. Kouassi (1G). Shanghai Shenhua's starters account for 11 goals and 3 assists, spearheaded by Yu Hanchao (6G). Goals reflect clinical finishing and chance creation, while assists highlight the ability to unlock defences through through-balls, crosses, and set pieces.
Defensive Solidity
Hangzhou Greentown deploy 4 defenders rated — on average, against Shanghai Shenhua's 4-man backline averaging 7.03. 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
Hangzhou Greentown field 4 midfielders averaging 6.73, versus Shanghai Shenhua'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
Hangzhou Greentown start 2 forward(s) averaging —, compared to 3 for Shanghai Shenhua averaging 7.01. 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 Hangzhou Greentown and 45% for Shanghai Shenhua. 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
Hangzhou Greentown's starters have collected 1 yellow cards this season, compared to 5 for Shanghai Shenhua. 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 Hangzhou Greentown's starting XI is 29.7 (youngest: Wang Dongsheng (28), oldest: J. Kouassi (31)), while Shanghai Shenhua average 31.3 (youngest: Jiang Shenglong (25), oldest: Yu Hanchao (38)). 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
Hangzhou Greentown's starters average 15 league appearances each, versus 20 for Shanghai Shenhua. 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, Hangzhou Greentown have recorded 0 wins, 5 draws and 1 defeats. Shanghai Shenhua show 1 wins, 0 draws and 5 losses from their last 6 outings.
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Head to Head
Hangzhou Greentown and Shanghai Shenhua have met 2 times — Hangzhou Greentown won 0, Shanghai Shenhua won 1, with 1 draws. Their rivalry dates back to 2025. Shanghai Shenhua leads the head-to-head with 1 victories from 2 meetings. A combined 5 goals have been scored across these fixtures, averaging 2.50 per match (2 for the home side, 3 for the visitors). Both teams scored in 1 matches (50%). Over 2.5 goals landed in 1 games (50%), making it a fixture that tends to produce goals. The highest-scoring encounter finished 3–2 in 2025.
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