Explore My Football Facts' detailed preview for Zhejiang vs Shandong Taishan in the Super League. Stats, odds, predictions, and lineups for the 13:00 BST match.
Fixture Information
| Fixture | Zhejiang vs Shandong Taishan |
|---|---|
| Competition | Super League |
| Date | Wednesday, 20 May 2026 |
| Kick-off | 13:00 BST |
| Venue | Xuzhou Olympic Sports Centre Stadium |
Match Prediction: Zhejiang 2-1 Shandong Taishan
Prediction Stats
Fulltime Result Probability
Both Teams To Score Probability
Over/Under 2.5 Probability
Last 5 Meetings
| League | Date | Match | Score | Venue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Super League | 18 Oct 2025 |  Zhejiang vs  Shandong Taishan |
2 – 2 | Xuzhou Olympic Sports Centre Stadium |
| Super League | 10 May 2025 | Shandong Taishan vs Zhejiang |
4 – 2 | Jinan Olympic Sports Center Stadium |
| Super League | 27 Oct 2024 | Zhejiang vs Shandong Taishan |
3 – 3 | Thunghong Stadium |
| Super League | 25 May 2024 | Shandong Taishan vs Zhejiang |
3 – 0 | Jinan Olympic Sports Center Stadium |
| Super League | 22 Jul 2023 | Zhejiang vs Shandong Taishan |
2 – 1 | Xuzhou Olympic Sports Centre Stadium |
Zhejiang come into this with a recent run that has been steady rather than spectacular, and their last two league games have both finished level. They have also shown they can edge tight matches at home and away, with two 2-1 wins in their last five league outings, so there is enough evidence to suggest they can compete here. Shandong Taishan have been the more productive side in front of goal across the same sample, but they have also shown vulnerability in the 1-4 loss to Qingdao Hainiu.
The head-to-head data points to a game that can open up, with three of the last five meetings producing at least four goals. Zhejiang have already taken points off Shandong Taishan in two of the last five meetings, including a 2-1 win, so they should not be overawed by this fixture. With no xG data available, the recent scorelines and line-up patterns are the clearest guide, and they suggest a competitive match with both sides capable of scoring.
Form Guide & Team Overview
Zhejiang
Zhejiang’s recent league form shows a side that has been difficult to beat, with draws against Shanghai Port and Tianjin Jinmen Tiger following back-to-back 2-1 wins over Yunnan Yukun and Shenzhen Peng City. That run is balanced by the 0-4 defeat to Chengdu Rongcheng, which stands out as the one clear setback in the five-game sample.
The overall picture is of a team that has been competitive in most matches and has found enough goals to stay in games. The recent results also suggest they are capable of keeping things tight, especially when the scoreline stays close.
Zhejiang Last 5 Results
| League | Date | Match | Score | Result | Venue |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Super League | 15 May 2026 |  Shanghai Port vs Zhejiang |
2 – 2 | D | Shanghai Stadium |
| Super League | 10 May 2026 | Zhejiang vs  Tianjin Jinmen Tiger |
1 – 1 | D | Xuzhou Olympic Sports Centre Stadium |
| Super League | 6 May 2026 |  Yunnan Yukun vs Zhejiang |
1 – 2 | W | Stade du Plateau |
| Super League | 2 May 2026 | Zhejiang vs  Shenzhen Peng City |
2 – 1 | W | Xuzhou Olympic Sports Centre Stadium |
| Super League | 25 Apr 2026 |  Chengdu Rongcheng vs Zhejiang |
4 – 0 | L | Chengdu Sports Center |
Shandong Taishan
Shandong Taishan arrive with three wins from their last five league matches, including a 4-1 home win over Shanghai Shenhua and a 2-1 away win at Shenzhen Peng City. They also beat Chongqing Tonglianglong FC 3-1 in their most recent league outing, which keeps the momentum on their side.
The main concern in the recent sequence is the 1-4 loss to Qingdao Hainiu, which shows they can be exposed when the game turns against them. Even so, the overall form is stronger than Zhejiang’s in terms of wins, and the scoring record in those victories has been solid.
Shandong Taishan Last 5 Results
| League | Date | Match | Score | Result | Venue |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Super League | 16 May 2026 | Shandong Taishan vs  Chongqing Tonglianglong FC |
3 – 1 | W | Jinan Olympic Sports Center Stadium |
| Super League | 10 May 2026 | Shenzhen Peng City vs Shandong Taishan |
1 – 2 | W | Shenzhen Bao'an Stadium |
| Super League | 5 May 2026 | Shandong Taishan vs  Shanghai Shenhua |
4 – 1 | W | Jinan Olympic Sports Center Stadium |
| Super League | 1 May 2026 | Shandong Taishan vs  Qingdao West Coast |
1 – 1 | D | Jinan Olympic Sports Center Stadium |
| Super League | 26 Apr 2026 |  Qingdao Hainiu vs Shandong Taishan |
4 – 1 | L | Qingdao Tiantai Stadium |
Team News & Injury Report
Zhejiang
- No injuries have been reported for the current season.
Shandong Taishan
- Raphaël Merkies (Thigh Problems)
Lineups & Tactical Setup
Zhejiang (4-2-3-1)
Predicted lineup: Chunyu Dong (Goalkeeper), Aihui Zhang (Defender), Guowen Sun (Defender), Lucas Possignolo (Defender), Tong Lei (Defender), Alexandru Mitriță (Midfielder), Jiaqi Zhang (Midfielder), Qianglong Tao (Midfielder), Wei Wu (Midfielder), Yudong Wang (Midfielder), Di Gao (Attacker)
Zhejiang’s predicted 4-2-3-1 gives them a clear base to stay compact while still getting Alexandru Mitriță and Di Gao into advanced areas. That shape should help them protect central spaces and look to break quickly when they win the ball back.
Shandong Taishan (4-3-3)
Predicted lineup: Dalei Wang (Goalkeeper), Wenneng Xie (Defender), Xiao Peng (Defender), Yang Liu (Defender), Zhunyi Gao (Defender), Chen Pu (Midfielder), Guilherme Madruga (Midfielder), Imran Memet (Midfielder), Cryzan (Attacker), Valeri Qazaishvili (Attacker), Zeca (Attacker)
Shandong Taishan’s predicted 4-3-3 should give them width and a front line that can press Zhejiang’s back four. With three attackers ahead of the midfield, they can try to stretch the game and create more one-v-one situations in the final third.
Key Battles & Players to Watch
| Zhejiang | Shandong Taishan | Key Battle Overview |
|---|---|---|
| Zhejiang | Shandong Taishan | Di Gao will look to attack the space behind Wenneng Xie, and that duel could decide how much Zhejiang can threaten in transition. |
| Zhejiang | Shandong Taishan | Alexandru Mitriță against Chen Pu is a key midfield contest, with Zhejiang needing Mitriță to link play and carry the ball forward. |
| Zhejiang | Shandong Taishan | Di Gao is key for Zhejiang because the recent line-ups show him as the main attacking reference point in their 4-2-3-1. |
| Zhejiang | Shandong Taishan | Cryzan is key for Shandong Taishan because he has been part of a forward line that has delivered goals in recent wins. |
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