Match Summary
Qingdao Youth Island and Meizhou Kejia drew 3:3. The match was played in Super League 2024. Goals were scored by J. Beauguel 10′ (pen.), Nelson da Luz 12′, N. Kosović 22′ (pen.), J. Beauguel 29′, T. Conraad 48′, J. Uzuegbunam 59′. 2 yellow cards were shown. Qingdao Youth Island had 47% possession while Meizhou Kejia held 53%. Qingdao Youth Island had 14 shots (6 on target) compared to 13 (4 on target) for Meizhou Kejia. Expected goals: Qingdao Youth Island 1.66 — Meizhou Kejia 2.15. Qingdao Youth Island made 4 substitutions, Meizhou Kejia made 4. VAR was involved: Penalty confirmed (Chugui Ye 20′), Goal cancelled (Chugui Ye 64′).
Match Events
Key match events between Qingdao Youth Island and Meizhou Kejia — 6 goals and 2 cards recorded during the match.
Penalty
Penalty
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assist: Rodrigo Henrique
assist: T. Conraad
Match Statistics
Qingdao Youth Island had 47% possession against Meizhou Kejia's 53%. Qingdao Youth Island registered 14 shots (6 on target) while Meizhou Kejia managed 13 (4 on target). Corner kicks: 6–8. Fouls committed: 12–17.
Lineups
Qingdao Youth Island lined up in a 4-4-2 formation under H. Kurosaki, while Meizhou Kejia deployed a 4-2-3-1 under M. Ristić.
Squad Ratings
The overall squad rating for Qingdao Youth Island is 6.75, compared to — for Meizhou Kejia. 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. Qingdao Youth Island's highest-rated starter is Nelson da Luz (7.21), while Meizhou Kejia's best-rated player is —.
Attacking Output
The starting XI of Qingdao Youth Island have contributed 5 goals and 1 assists this season, led by Nelson da Luz (5G). Meizhou Kejia'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
Qingdao Youth Island deploy 4 defenders rated 6.30 on average, against Meizhou Kejia'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
Qingdao Youth Island field 4 midfielders averaging 7.21, versus Meizhou Kejia'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
Qingdao Youth Island start 2 forward(s) averaging —, compared to 1 for Meizhou Kejia 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
Qingdao Youth Island's starters have collected 1 yellow cards this season, compared to 0 for Meizhou Kejia. 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 Qingdao Youth Island's starting XI is 30.5 (youngest: Chen Yuhao (24), oldest: Ge Zhen (38)), while Meizhou Kejia average — (youngest: —, oldest: —). 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
Qingdao Youth Island's starters average 15 league appearances each, versus 0 for Meizhou Kejia. 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, Qingdao Youth Island have recorded 3 wins, 1 draws and 2 defeats. Meizhou Kejia show 1 wins, 1 draws and 4 losses from their last 6 outings.
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Head to Head
Qingdao Youth Island and Meizhou Kejia have met 2 times — Qingdao Youth Island won 2, Meizhou Kejia won 0, with 0 draws. Their rivalry dates back to 2025. Qingdao Youth Island 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 (5 for the home side, 2 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 3–1 in 2025.
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API data: 15 Mar 2026