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Explore MFF’s detailed preview for Shanghai Shenhua vs Shanghai Port in the Super League. Stats, odds, predictions, and lineups for the 12:35 BST match.Explore MFF’s detailed preview for Shanghai Shenhua vs Shanghai Port in the Super League. Stats, odds, predictions, and lineups for the 12:35 BST match.

Match Details

  • Fixture: Shanghai Shenhua vs Shanghai Port
  • Date: Saturday, 11 April 2026
  • Kick-off: 12:35 BST
  • Venue: Shanghai Stadium

Our predictions for Shanghai Shenhua vs Shanghai Port

Match Prediction: Shanghai Shenhua 2-2 Shanghai Port

Shanghai Shenhua and Shanghai Port are set for a thrilling encounter, with both teams showing flashes of brilliance in recent matches. Shenhua’s attacking prowess, highlighted by their 5-3 win over Dalian Yingbo, suggests they’ll be looking to exploit any defensive lapses from Port. However, Port’s recent 2-1 victory against Yunnan Yukun shows they can grind out results when needed.Shanghai Shenhua and Shanghai Port are set for a thrilling encounter, with both teams showing flashes of brilliance in recent matches. Shenhua’s attacking prowess, highlighted by their 5-3 win over Dalian Yingbo, suggests they’ll be looking to exploit any defensive lapses from Port. However, Port’s recent 2-1 victory against Yunnan Yukun shows they can grind out results when needed.

Expect a closely contested match, with Shenhua’s home advantage potentially tipping the scales. Port’s ability to counter-attack, led by Leonardo, will be crucial in breaking down Shenhua’s defence.Expect a closely contested match, with Shenhua’s home advantage potentially tipping the scales. Port’s ability to counter-attack, led by Leonardo, will be crucial in breaking down Shenhua’s defence.

Form Guide & Team Overview

Shanghai Shenhua

Shanghai Shenhua have been in decent form, with two wins and two draws in their last four matches. Their recent 3-2 victory over Tianjin Jinmen Tiger away from home will boost their confidence, especially with their attacking line firing on all cylinders. The team seems to have found a rhythm, and their ability to score goals consistently makes them a formidable opponent.Shanghai Shenhua have been in decent form, with two wins and two draws in their last four matches. Their recent 3-2 victory over Tianjin Jinmen Tiger away from home will boost their confidence, especially with their attacking line firing on all cylinders. The team seems to have found a rhythm, and their ability to score goals consistently makes them a formidable opponent.

Recent Super League Results:

  • Win: 3-2 vs Tianjin Jinmen Tiger (A)
  • Draw: 1-1 vs Beijing Guoan (A)
  • Draw: 1-1 vs Zhejiang (A)
  • Win: 5-3 vs Dalian Yingbo (H)

Shanghai Port

Shanghai Port’s form has been a bit of a mixed bag, with two wins and two losses in their last four outings. Their recent 2-1 win against Yunnan Yukun at home was a positive response after a narrow 1-0 loss to Dalian Yingbo. Port will be eager to build on this momentum, but their inconsistency could be a concern against a strong Shenhua side.Shanghai Port’s form has been a bit of a mixed bag, with two wins and two losses in their last four outings. Their recent 2-1 win against Yunnan Yukun at home was a positive response after a narrow 1-0 loss to Dalian Yingbo. Port will be eager to build on this momentum, but their inconsistency could be a concern against a strong Shenhua side.

Recent Super League Results:

  • Win: 2-1 vs Yunnan Yukun (H)
  • Loss: 0-1 vs Dalian Yingbo (A)
  • Win: 4-1 vs Qingdao West Coast (H)
  • Loss: 1-2 vs Henan Songshan Longmen (H)

Head-to-Head Record

The head-to-head record between these two sides has been quite competitive, with Shanghai Port slightly edging it. Their last encounter saw Port claim a 2-1 victory, but Shenhua have shown they can hold their own, as evidenced by their 3-1 win in August 2024. With both teams having secured wins and draws in recent meetings, this fixture promises to be another closely fought battle.The head-to-head record between these two sides has been quite competitive, with Shanghai Port slightly edging it. Their last encounter saw Port claim a 2-1 victory, but Shenhua have shown they can hold their own, as evidenced by their 3-1 win in August 2024. With both teams having secured wins and draws in recent meetings, this fixture promises to be another closely fought battle.

Recent Super League Results

  • Shanghai Shenhua 1-2 Shanghai Port (09 Aug 2025)
  • Shanghai Port 1-1 Shanghai Shenhua (06 Apr 2025)
  • Shanghai Shenhua 3-1 Shanghai Port (17 Aug 2024)
  • Shanghai Port 1-1 Shanghai Shenhua (27 Apr 2024)
  • Shanghai Shenhua 0-5 Shanghai Port (29 Jul 2023)

Team News & Injury Report

Shanghai Shenhua

  • Saulo Mineiro (Thigh Problems)

Shanghai Port

  • Matt Orr (Unknown Injury)

Lineups & Tactical Setup

Shanghai Shenhua (4-3-1-2)

  • Predicted lineup: Qinghao (GK), Jin (DF), Zhu (DF), Manafá (DF), Chan (DF), Yennaris (MF), Ratão (MF), Wu (MF), Gao (MF), Liu (AT), Gueye (AT)Predicted lineup: Qinghao (GK), Jin (DF), Zhu (DF), Manafá (DF), Chan (DF), Yennaris (MF), Ratão (MF), Wu (MF), Gao (MF), Liu (AT), Gueye (AT)

Shanghai Shenhua’s predicted 4-3-1-2 formation will likely focus on a solid midfield presence, with Tianyi Gao playing a pivotal role in linking defence and attack. Chengyu Liu and Makhtar Gueye up front will aim to capitalise on any defensive errors from Shanghai Port.Shanghai Shenhua’s predicted 4-3-1-2 formation will likely focus on a solid midfield presence, with Tianyi Gao playing a pivotal role in linking defence and attack. Chengyu Liu and Makhtar Gueye up front will aim to capitalise on any defensive errors from Shanghai Port.

Shanghai Port (4-2-3-1)

  • Predicted lineup: Junling (GK), Zhen (DF), Yang (DF), Shuai (DF), Yusup (DF), Vital (MF), Souza (MF), Zhurun (MF), Yongtao (MF), Kuai (MF), Leonardo (AT)Predicted lineup: Junling (GK), Zhen (DF), Yang (DF), Shuai (DF), Yusup (DF), Vital (MF), Souza (MF), Zhurun (MF), Yongtao (MF), Kuai (MF), Leonardo (AT)

Shanghai Port’s 4-2-3-1 setup is expected to provide a balanced approach, with Leonardo spearheading the attack. The midfield trio of Mateus Vital, Gabriel Airton de Souza, and Jiwen Kuai will be crucial in controlling the tempo and creating opportunities.Shanghai Port’s 4-2-3-1 setup is expected to provide a balanced approach, with Leonardo spearheading the attack. The midfield trio of Mateus Vital, Gabriel Airton de Souza, and Jiwen Kuai will be crucial in controlling the tempo and creating opportunities.

Key Battles & Players to Watch

  • Liu vs Zhen: Liu’s pace and agility will test Zhen’s defensive capabilities throughout the match.Liu vs Zhen: Liu’s pace and agility will test Zhen’s defensive capabilities throughout the match.
  • Wu vs Kuai: Wu’s creativity in midfield will clash with Kuai’s defensive tenacity, making for an intriguing midfield battle.Wu vs Kuai: Wu’s creativity in midfield will clash with Kuai’s defensive tenacity, making for an intriguing midfield battle.
  • Gao (Shanghai Shenhua): Gao’s ability to dictate play and provide key passes will be vital for Shenhua’s attacking efforts.Gao (Shanghai Shenhua): Gao’s ability to dictate play and provide key passes will be vital for Shenhua’s attacking efforts.
  • Leonardo (Shanghai Port): Leonardo’s knack for finding the back of the net makes him a constant threat to Shenhua’s defence.Leonardo (Shanghai Port): Leonardo’s knack for finding the back of the net makes him a constant threat to Shenhua’s defence.

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