Match Summary
Shandong Luneng defeated Sichuan Jiuniu 4:1. The match was played in Super League 2024. Goals were scored by Maiwulang Mijiti 54′, Behram Abduweli 69′, Pedro Delgado 77′ (pen.), Pedro Delgado 90′, Chen Pu 90′. 3 yellow cards were shown. Sichuan Jiuniu had 52% possession while Shandong Luneng held 48%. Sichuan Jiuniu had 15 shots (3 on target) compared to 12 (6 on target) for Shandong Luneng. Expected goals: Sichuan Jiuniu 1.16 — Shandong Luneng 2.45. Sichuan Jiuniu made 4 substitutions, Shandong Luneng made 5.
Match Events
Key match events between Sichuan Jiuniu and Shandong Luneng — 5 goals and 3 cards recorded during the match.
assist: Zhang Wei
Penalty
assist: Chen Pu
assist: Pedro Delgado
Match Statistics
Sichuan Jiuniu had 52% possession against Shandong Luneng's 48%. Sichuan Jiuniu registered 15 shots (3 on target) while Shandong Luneng managed 12 (6 on target). Corner kicks: 6–5. Fouls committed: 12–22.
Lineups
Sichuan Jiuniu lined up in a 5-4-1 formation under Tato, while Shandong Luneng deployed a 4-4-1-1 under Choi Kang-Hee.
Squad Ratings
The overall squad rating for Sichuan Jiuniu is 6.65, compared to 6.60 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. Sichuan Jiuniu's highest-rated starter is Edu García (7.09), while Shandong Luneng's best-rated player is Peng Xinli (6.70).
Attacking Output
The starting XI of Sichuan Jiuniu have contributed 6 goals and 5 assists this season, led by Edu García (6G). 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
Sichuan Jiuniu deploy 5 defenders rated 6.43 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
Sichuan Jiuniu field 4 midfielders averaging —, 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
Sichuan Jiuniu start 1 forward(s) averaging 7.09, compared to 2 for Shandong Luneng averaging 6.50. 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
Sichuan Jiuniu's starters have collected 4 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 Sichuan Jiuniu's starting XI is 31.7 (youngest: Nan Song (28), oldest: Edu García (35)), while Shandong Luneng average 28.0 (youngest: Maiwulang Mijiti (21), 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
Sichuan Jiuniu's starters average 16 league appearances each, versus 6 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, Sichuan Jiuniu have recorded 2 wins, 1 draws and 3 defeats. Shandong Luneng show 3 wins, 3 draws and 0 losses from their last 6 outings.
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Head to Head
Sichuan Jiuniu and Shandong Luneng have met 2 times — Sichuan Jiuniu won 0, Shandong Luneng won 2, with 0 draws. Their rivalry dates back to 2025. Shandong Luneng leads the head-to-head with 2 victories from 2 meetings. A combined 8 goals have been scored across these fixtures, averaging 4.00 per match (1 for the home side, 7 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 1–3 in 2025.
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Drawn
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Recent Meetings (2)
API data: 15 Mar 2026