Match Summary
Beijing Guoan defeated Shanghai Shenhua 2:1. The match was played in Super League 2023. Goals were scored by C. Bassogog 14′, Fábio Abreu 28′, Fábio Abreu 37′. 4 yellow cards were shown, 1 red cards. Beijing Guoan had 64% possession while Shanghai Shenhua held 36%. Beijing Guoan had 8 shots (3 on target) compared to 14 (7 on target) for Shanghai Shenhua. Expected goals: Beijing Guoan 0.57 — Shanghai Shenhua 1.43. Beijing Guoan made 5 substitutions, Shanghai Shenhua made 5.
Match Events
Key match events between Beijing Guoan and Shanghai Shenhua — 3 goals and 5 cards recorded during the match.
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assist: Kang Sang-Woo
assist: Zhang Xizhe
Match Statistics
Beijing Guoan had 64% possession against Shanghai Shenhua's 36%. Beijing Guoan registered 8 shots (3 on target) while Shanghai Shenhua managed 14 (7 on target). Corner kicks: 6–7. Fouls committed: 10–14.
Lineups
Beijing Guoan lined up in a 4-3-3 formation under Ricardo Soares, while Shanghai Shenhua deployed a 5-4-1 under Wu Jingui.
Squad Ratings
The overall squad rating for Beijing Guoan is 7.19, compared to 7.06 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. Beijing Guoan's highest-rated starter is Fábio Abreu (7.85), while Shanghai Shenhua's best-rated player is Wu Xi (7.46).
Attacking Output
The starting XI of Beijing Guoan have contributed 30 goals and 10 assists this season, led by Fábio Abreu (28G). Shanghai Shenhua's starters account for 20 goals and 8 assists, spearheaded by Wu Xi (9G). Goals reflect clinical finishing and chance creation, while assists highlight the ability to unlock defences through through-balls, crosses, and set pieces.
Defensive Solidity
Beijing Guoan deploy 4 defenders rated 7.24 on average, against Shanghai Shenhua's 5-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
Beijing Guoan field 3 midfielders averaging 6.74, versus Shanghai Shenhua's 4 rated 7.23. 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
Beijing Guoan start 3 forward(s) averaging 7.38, compared to 1 for Shanghai Shenhua 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.
Passing & Build-Up
Passing accuracy averages 57% for Beijing Guoan 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
Beijing Guoan's starters have collected 8 yellow cards this season, compared to 7 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 Beijing Guoan's starting XI is 32.8 (youngest: Yang Liyu (28), oldest: Chi Zhongguo (36)), while Shanghai Shenhua average 31.4 (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
Beijing Guoan's starters average 20 league appearances each, versus 22 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, Beijing Guoan have recorded 4 wins, 0 draws and 2 defeats. Shanghai Shenhua show 1 wins, 0 draws and 5 losses from their last 6 outings.
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Head to Head
Beijing Guoan and Shanghai Shenhua have met 2 times — Beijing Guoan 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 8 goals have been scored across these fixtures, averaging 4.00 per match (3 for the home side, 5 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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