Match Summary
SHANGHAI SIPG and Shandong Luneng drew 1:1. The match was played in Super League 2023. Goals were scored by Lu Wenjun 16′, Xie Wenneng 89′. 10 yellow cards were shown, 4 red cards. SHANGHAI SIPG had 29% possession while Shandong Luneng held 71%. SHANGHAI SIPG had 4 shots (1 on target) compared to 20 (8 on target) for Shandong Luneng. Expected goals: SHANGHAI SIPG 0.70 — Shandong Luneng 2.23. SHANGHAI SIPG made 3 substitutions, Shandong Luneng made 5. VAR was involved: Goal cancelled (Wu Lei 35′), Card upgrade (Huikang Cai 43′).
Match Events
Key match events between SHANGHAI SIPG and Shandong Luneng — 2 goals and 14 cards recorded during the match.
assist: Zhang Linpeng
assist: Shi Ke
Match Statistics
SHANGHAI SIPG had 29% possession against Shandong Luneng's 71%. SHANGHAI SIPG registered 4 shots (1 on target) while Shandong Luneng managed 20 (8 on target). Corner kicks: 0–2. Fouls committed: 18–12.
Lineups
SHANGHAI SIPG lined up in a 3-4-3 formation under Javier Pereira, while Shandong Luneng deployed a 4-2-3-1 under Choi Kang-Hee.
Squad Ratings
The overall squad rating for SHANGHAI SIPG is 7.09, 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. SHANGHAI SIPG's highest-rated starter is Zhang Linpeng (7.09), while Shandong Luneng's best-rated player is —.
Attacking Output
The starting XI of SHANGHAI SIPG have contributed 1 goals and 0 assists this season, led by Zhang Linpeng (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
SHANGHAI SIPG deploy 3 defenders rated 7.09 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
SHANGHAI SIPG field 4 midfielders averaging —, 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
SHANGHAI SIPG start 3 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.
Discipline
SHANGHAI SIPG's starters have collected 3 yellow cards this season, compared to 0 for Shandong Luneng. 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 SIPG's starting XI is 36.0 (youngest: Zhang Linpeng (36), oldest: Zhang Linpeng (36)), 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
SHANGHAI SIPG's starters average 15 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.
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Recent Form
In their last 6 matches, SHANGHAI SIPG have recorded 1 wins, 3 draws and 2 defeats. Shandong Luneng show 3 wins, 3 draws and 0 losses from their last 6 outings.
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Head to Head
SHANGHAI SIPG and Shandong Luneng have met 2 times — SHANGHAI SIPG 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 6 goals have been scored across these fixtures, averaging 3.00 per match (2 for the home side, 4 for the visitors). Both teams scored in 2 matches (100%). Over 2.5 goals landed in 1 games (50%), making it a fixture that tends to produce goals. The highest-scoring encounter finished 3–1 in 2025.
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API data: 15 Mar 2026