Match Summary
Shanghai Shenhua defeated Qingdao Youth Island 2:0. The match was played in Super League 2024. Goals were scored by C. Malele 22′, André Luís 37′. 3 yellow cards were shown. Shanghai Shenhua had 65% possession while Qingdao Youth Island held 35%. Shanghai Shenhua had 24 shots (11 on target) compared to 6 (1 on target) for Qingdao Youth Island. Expected goals: Shanghai Shenhua 4.56 — Qingdao Youth Island 0.24. Shanghai Shenhua made 4 substitutions, Qingdao Youth Island made 5.
Match Events
Key match events between Shanghai Shenhua and Qingdao Youth Island — 2 goals and 3 cards recorded during the match.
assist: Wu Xi
Match Statistics
Shanghai Shenhua had 65% possession against Qingdao Youth Island's 35%. Shanghai Shenhua registered 24 shots (11 on target) while Qingdao Youth Island managed 6 (1 on target). Corner kicks: 4–3. Fouls committed: 18–13.
Lineups
Shanghai Shenhua lined up in a 4-2-2-2 formation under L. Slutskiy, while Qingdao Youth Island deployed a 4-3-3 under H. Kurosaki.
Squad Ratings
The overall squad rating for Shanghai Shenhua is 7.36, compared to 7.21 for Qingdao Youth Island. 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 Wu Xi (7.46), while Qingdao Youth Island's best-rated player is Nelson da Luz (7.21).
Attacking Output
The starting XI of Shanghai Shenhua have contributed 13 goals and 5 assists this season, led by Wu Xi (9G). Qingdao Youth Island's starters account for 5 goals and 1 assists, spearheaded by Nelson da Luz (5G). 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 Qingdao Youth Island'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 Shenhua field 4 midfielders averaging 7.46, versus Qingdao Youth Island'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
Shanghai Shenhua start 2 forward(s) averaging —, compared to 3 for Qingdao Youth Island averaging 7.21. 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 —% for Qingdao Youth Island. 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 5 yellow cards this season, compared to 1 for Qingdao Youth Island. 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 30.5 (youngest: Jiang Shenglong (25), oldest: Wu Xi (36)), while Qingdao Youth Island average 31.5 (youngest: Nelson da Luz (27), oldest: Liu Pujin (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 27 league appearances each, versus 27 for Qingdao Youth Island. 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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In their last 6 matches, Shanghai Shenhua have recorded 1 wins, 0 draws and 5 defeats. Qingdao Youth Island show 3 wins, 1 draws and 2 losses from their last 6 outings.
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Head to Head
Shanghai Shenhua and Qingdao Youth Island have met 2 times — Shanghai Shenhua won 2, Qingdao Youth Island won 0, with 0 draws. Their rivalry dates back to 2025. Shanghai Shenhua leads the head-to-head with 2 victories from 2 meetings. A combined 7 goals have been scored across these fixtures, averaging 3.50 per match (6 for the home side, 1 for the visitors). Both teams scored in 1 matches (50%). Over 2.5 goals landed in 2 games (100%), making it a fixture that tends to produce goals. The highest-scoring encounter finished 4–0 in 2025.
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API data: 15 Mar 2026