Match Summary
Shanghai Shenhua defeated Shandong Luneng 6:0. The match was played in Super League 2024. Goals were scored by Jin Shunkai 3′, C. Malele 11′, C. Malele 18′, André Luís 51′, C. Malele 63′, Yu Hanchao 83′. 4 yellow cards were shown, 1 red cards. Shanghai Shenhua had 67% possession while Shandong Luneng held 33%. Shanghai Shenhua had 19 shots (7 on target) compared to 4 (0 on target) for Shandong Luneng. Shanghai Shenhua made 5 substitutions, Shandong Luneng made 5.
Match Events
Key match events between Shanghai Shenhua and Shandong Luneng — 6 goals and 5 cards recorded during the match.
assist: Gao Tianyi
assist: Wilson Manafá
assist: Wu Xi
assist: Wu Xi
assist: Xu Haoyang
Match Statistics
Shanghai Shenhua had 67% possession against Shandong Luneng's 33%. Shanghai Shenhua registered 19 shots (7 on target) while Shandong Luneng managed 4 (0 on target). Corner kicks: 8–1. Fouls committed: 14–9.
Lineups
Shanghai Shenhua lined up in a 4-2-3-1 formation under L. Slutskiy, while Shandong Luneng deployed a 4-4-2 under Choi Kang-Hee.
Squad Ratings
The overall squad rating for Shanghai Shenhua is 7.46, compared to 6.70 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 Shenhua's highest-rated starter is Wu Xi (7.46), while Shandong Luneng's best-rated player is Peng Xinli (6.70).
Attacking Output
The starting XI of Shanghai Shenhua have contributed 9 goals and 5 assists this season, led by Wu Xi (9G). Shandong Luneng's starters account for 0 goals and 1 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 Shenhua 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
Shanghai Shenhua field 5 midfielders averaging 7.46, versus Shandong Luneng's 4 rated 6.70. 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 2 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 Shenhua's starters have collected 1 yellow cards this season, compared to 2 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 Shenhua's starting XI is 36.0 (youngest: Wu Xi (36), oldest: Wu Xi (36)), while Shandong Luneng average 33.0 (youngest: Liao Lisheng (32), oldest: Peng Xinli (34)). 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 28 league appearances each, versus 12 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, Shanghai Shenhua have recorded 1 wins, 0 draws and 5 defeats. Shandong Luneng show 3 wins, 3 draws and 0 losses from their last 6 outings.
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Head to Head
Shanghai Shenhua and Shandong Luneng have met 2 times — Shanghai Shenhua won 1, Shandong Luneng won 0, with 1 draws. Their rivalry dates back to 2025. Shanghai Shenhua leads the head-to-head with 1 victories from 2 meetings. A combined 7 goals have been scored across these fixtures, averaging 3.50 per match (4 for the home side, 3 for the visitors). Both teams scored in 1 matches (50%). Over 2.5 goals landed in 1 games (50%), making it a fixture that tends to produce goals. The highest-scoring encounter finished 3–3 in 2025.
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Recent Meetings (2)
API data: 15 Mar 2026