Dalian Zhixing vs Shandong Luneng prediction & analysis
81%
Footrivo pick
Either team to win
Very strong pick · fair odds 1.24 · bookmaker 1.20 · Won ✓
9/10Rating
1.20Odds
Quick tips for this match
ResultDalian Zhixing to win ✓45% · @2.10
Double chanceEither team to win ✓81% · @1.20
Both teams scoreBoth teams to score ✓54% · fair 1.84
GoalsOver 2.5 goals ✓67% · fair 1.49
Correct scoreCorrect score 2–1 ✗9% · fair 11.57
Dalian Zhixing vs Shandong Luneng preview and prediction
The match
Dalian Zhixing host Shandong Luneng in the Super League on Saturday 18 July, with kick-off at 12:35 (WAT) at Dalian Suoyuwan Football Stadium. Dalian Zhixing are 1st with 52 points from 30 games (top of the table), while Shandong Luneng sit 4th on 47 points (in the top four).
Form guide
Dalian Zhixing's last 5: WLDLW Most recently they beat Wuhan Three Towns 3–2 at home. At home they have won 2 and lost 1 of their last 3. They average 1.3 scored and 1.5 conceded.
Shandong Luneng's last 5: WLWWL Most recently they beat Yunnan Yukun 4–3 at home. On the road they have won 2 and lost 2 of their last 4. Goals have not been a problem: 2.8 per game.
Head to head
The last meeting, on 4 April 2026, finished Shandong Luneng 1–2 Dalian Zhixing.
Goals outlook
Our model expects about 3.5 goals: 1.8 for Dalian Zhixing and 1.6 for Shandong Luneng. Expect chances at both ends: over 2.5 sits at 67% and both teams to score at 54%.
Our pre-match pick was Either team to win – a 81% chance at odds of 1.20. Predicted score: Dalian Zhixing 2–1 Shandong Luneng. Bets settle on the 90-minute score. Predictions are estimates, not guarantees – 18+, bet responsibly.
Win chances
Dalian Zhixing45%fair 2.22 · @2.10
Draw19%fair 5.14 · @3.65
Shandong Luneng35%fair 2.82 · @2.92
3.46Expected goals
1.85Dalian Zhixing xG
1.61Shandong Luneng xG
54%Both score
67%Over 2.5
Most likely scores
1–19%
2–19%
1–28%
2–27%
1–06%
2–05%
From our goals model: Dalian Zhixing 1.8 – 1.6 Shandong Luneng expected. Correct scores are long shots even at the top of this list.
What is the prediction for Dalian Zhixing vs Shandong Luneng?
Our pick is Either team to win with a 81% chance, at bookmaker odds of 1.20.
Who will win Dalian Zhixing vs Shandong Luneng?
On our numbers Dalian Zhixing have a 45% chance of winning, the draw 19% and Shandong Luneng 35%.
How many goals will there be in Dalian Zhixing vs Shandong Luneng?
We expect about 3.5 goals. Over 2.5 goals is 67% likely and both teams score 54% of the time on our projection.
What is the predicted score for Dalian Zhixing vs Shandong Luneng?
Our predicted score is Dalian Zhixing 2–1 Shandong Luneng, the most likely score that fits our pick. We expect about 3.5 goals in total.
When is Dalian Zhixing vs Shandong Luneng?
Dalian Zhixing vs Shandong Luneng (Super League) kicks off on Saturday 18 July 2026 at 12:35 (West Africa Time) at Dalian Suoyuwan Football Stadium.
Analysis by the Footrivo model, blended with bookmaker prices. Kick-off times shown in your local time. Predictions are estimates, not guarantees – 18+, please bet responsibly.
