Match Summary
Hangzhou Greentown defeated Shandong Luneng 2:1. The match was played in Super League 2023. Goals were scored by N. Mushekwi 69′ (pen.), Cryzan 78′ (pen.), Zhang Jiaqi 90′. 6 yellow cards were shown. Hangzhou Greentown had 56% possession while Shandong Luneng held 44%. Hangzhou Greentown had 11 shots (5 on target) compared to 11 (4 on target) for Shandong Luneng. Expected goals: Hangzhou Greentown 1.50 — Shandong Luneng 1.81. Hangzhou Greentown made 4 substitutions, Shandong Luneng made 4. VAR was involved: Penalty confirmed (Abdusalam Ablikim 66′), Penalty confirmed (Marouane Fellaini 74′).
Match Events
Key match events between Hangzhou Greentown and Shandong Luneng — 3 goals and 6 cards recorded during the match.
Penalty
Penalty
assist: Qian Jiegei
Match Statistics
Hangzhou Greentown had 56% possession against Shandong Luneng's 44%. Hangzhou Greentown registered 11 shots (5 on target) while Shandong Luneng managed 11 (4 on target). Corner kicks: 4–6. Fouls committed: 17–19.
Lineups
Hangzhou Greentown lined up in a 4-2-3-1 formation under Jordi Vinyals, while Shandong Luneng deployed a 4-2-3-1 under Choi Kang-Hee.
Squad Ratings
The overall squad rating for Hangzhou Greentown is 6.65, compared to — for Shandong Luneng. 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 J. Kouassi (6.71), while Shandong Luneng's best-rated player is —.
Attacking Output
The starting XI of Hangzhou Greentown have contributed 1 goals and 1 assists this season, led by J. Kouassi (1G). Shandong Luneng's starters account for 0 goals and 0 assists, spearheaded by —. 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 Shandong Luneng's 4-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
Hangzhou Greentown field 5 midfielders averaging 6.65, versus Shandong Luneng's 5 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 1 forward(s) averaging —, compared to 1 for Shandong Luneng 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 Hangzhou Greentown's starting XI is 30.7 (youngest: Yao Junsheng (30), oldest: Sun Zheng'ao (31)), while Shandong Luneng average 32.0 (youngest: Liao Lisheng (32), oldest: Liao Lisheng (32)). 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 6 league appearances each, versus 0 for Shandong Luneng. 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, Hangzhou Greentown have recorded 0 wins, 5 draws and 1 defeats. Shandong Luneng show 3 wins, 3 draws and 0 losses from their last 6 outings.
Hangzhou Greentown
Shandong Luneng
Head to Head
Hangzhou Greentown and Shandong Luneng have met 2 times — Hangzhou Greentown won 0, Shandong Luneng won 1, with 1 draws. Their rivalry dates back to 2025. Shandong Luneng leads the head-to-head with 1 victories from 2 meetings. A combined 10 goals have been scored across these fixtures, averaging 5.00 per match (4 for the home side, 6 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 4–2 in 2025.
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Drawn
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Recent Meetings (2)
API data: 15 Mar 2026