Both teams scoreBoth teams to score ✓54% · fair 1.85
GoalsOver 2.5 goals ✓67% · fair 1.50
Correct scoreCorrect score 2–1 ✗9% · fair 11.38
Dalian Zhixing vs Shandong Luneng: Betarazi preview and prediction
The fixture
Shandong Luneng travel to face Dalian Zhixing on Saturday 18 July in the Super League, with Dalian Suoyuwan Football Stadium the venue – the ball rolls at 12:35 WAT. In the table, Dalian Zhixing are 1st, leading the league, on 52 points after 30 matches; Shandong Luneng are 4th (among the top four) with 47.
Current form
Dalian Zhixing, last 5: WLDLW Their latest outing: 3–2 win over Wuhan Three Towns, at home. In their own stadium the record reads 2 won, 1 lost from 3. Goals for and against: 1.3 scored, 1.5 conceded per game.
Shandong Luneng, last 5: WLWWL Their latest outing: 4–3 win over Yunnan Yukun, at home. Away from home the record reads 2 won, 2 lost from 4. 2.8 goals per outing makes them dangerous.
Head to head
When they last met (4 Apr 2026) it ended Shandong Luneng 1–2 Dalian Zhixing.
Where the goals come from
Betarazi's ratings give Dalian Zhixing 1.9 xG, Shandong Luneng 1.6 xG – a total near 3.4. Both nets should be busy – over 2.5 sits at 67% and GG at 54%.
Markets worth a look
1X2 according to our numbers – Dalian Zhixing 44%, draw 23%, Shandong Luneng 33%.
Our call before kick-off
Our pre-match call was Either team to win (77%, odds 1.20). Most likely score in line with that pick: Dalian Zhixing 2–1 Shandong Luneng. Settled on the 90-minute result. Nothing in football is guaranteed – 18+, bet only what you can afford.
Result chances
Dalian Zhixing44%fair 2.25 · @2.10
Draw23%fair 4.40 · @3.65
Shandong Luneng33%fair 3.04 · @2.92
3.43Expected goals
1.86Dalian Zhixing xG
1.57Shandong Luneng xG
54%Both score
67%Over 2.5
Score grid: top six
1–19%
2–19%
1–27%
2–27%
1–06%
2–06%
From our goals model: Dalian Zhixing 1.9 – 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 77% chance, at bookmaker odds of 1.20.
Who will win Dalian Zhixing vs Shandong Luneng?
On our numbers Dalian Zhixing have a 44% chance of winning, the draw 23% and Shandong Luneng 33%.
How many goals will there be in Dalian Zhixing vs Shandong Luneng?
We expect about 3.4 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 3.4 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.
Numbers from Betarazi' team ratings and score grid, with bookmaker lines for late news. Kick-off times shown in your local time. Predictions are estimates, not guarantees – 18+, please bet responsibly.
