Match Summary
Shanghai Shenhua and Chengdu Better City drew 1:1. The match was played in Super League 2024. Goals were scored by Jiang Shenglong 4′ (o.g.), C. Malele 16′. 1 yellow cards were shown. Shanghai Shenhua had 52% possession while Chengdu Better City held 48%. Shanghai Shenhua had 9 shots (3 on target) compared to 16 (7 on target) for Chengdu Better City. Shanghai Shenhua made 4 substitutions, Chengdu Better City made 3. VAR was involved: Penalty confirmed (Rômulo 72′).
Match Events
Key match events between Shanghai Shenhua and Chengdu Better City — 2 goals and 1 cards recorded during the match.
Own Goal
assist: Yu Hanchao
Match Statistics
Shanghai Shenhua had 52% possession against Chengdu Better City's 48%. Shanghai Shenhua registered 9 shots (3 on target) while Chengdu Better City managed 16 (7 on target). Corner kicks: 6–13. Fouls committed: 13–15.
Lineups
Shanghai Shenhua lined up in a 4-2-3-1 formation under L. Slutskiy, while Chengdu Better City deployed a 3-4-2-1 under Seo Jung-Won.
Squad Ratings
The overall squad rating for Shanghai Shenhua is 7.13, compared to 7.66 for Chengdu Better City. 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 Chengdu Better City's best-rated player is Felipe (7.66).
Attacking Output
The starting XI of Shanghai Shenhua have contributed 20 goals and 8 assists this season, led by Wu Xi (9G). Chengdu Better City's starters account for 15 goals and 4 assists, spearheaded by Felipe (15G). 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 7.03 on average, against Chengdu Better City's 3-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 5 midfielders averaging 7.23, versus Chengdu Better City's 4 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 1 forward(s) averaging —, compared to 3 for Chengdu Better City averaging 7.66. 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 Chengdu Better City. 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 6 yellow cards this season, compared to 2 for Chengdu Better City. 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 32.5 (youngest: Jiang Shenglong (25), oldest: Yu Hanchao (38)), while Chengdu Better City average 31.0 (youngest: Yang Yiming (30), oldest: Felipe (33)). 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 22 league appearances each, versus 30 for Chengdu Better City. 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, Shanghai Shenhua have recorded 1 wins, 0 draws and 5 defeats. Chengdu Better City show 0 wins, 4 draws and 2 losses from their last 6 outings.
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Head to Head
Shanghai Shenhua and Chengdu Better City have met 2 times — Shanghai Shenhua won 0, Chengdu Better City won 1, with 1 draws. Their rivalry dates back to 2025. Chengdu Better City leads the head-to-head with 1 victories from 2 meetings. A combined 3 goals have been scored across these fixtures, averaging 1.50 per match (1 for the home side, 2 for the visitors). Both teams scored in 1 matches (50%). Over 2.5 goals landed in 0 games (0%), making it a fixture that tends to produce goals. The highest-scoring encounter finished 1–1 in 2025.
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API data: 15 Mar 2026