Dalian Zhixing vs Sichuan Jiuniu Predictions

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Super LeagueSuper League · China
medium confidence
Dalian Zhixing

Dalian Zhixing

Full Time

3 - 1

AI predicted 2 - 1

Sichuan Jiuniu

Sichuan Jiuniu

🗓️ Saturday, 17 Oct 2026 at 19:00 GMT+8 (venue time) · 11:00 UTC (your time)📍 Dalian Suoyuwan Football Stadium, Dalian

Win Probability (1X2)

Dalian Zhixing 48%Draw 30%Sichuan Jiuniu 22%

Best Value Pick

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Match Result

7.8/10

Dalian Zhixing Outclass Sichuan Jiuniu with Clinical 3-1 Home Win

Dalian Zhixing delivered a commanding performance at the Dalian Suoyuwan Football Stadium, dispatching Sichuan Jiuniu 3-1 in a match where the hosts’ attacking verve proved decisive. Goals from Frank Acheampong, Pedro Delgado, and Nicolae Stanciu put the game beyond doubt before a late consolation from Wesley Moraes for the visitors. Despite enjoying more possession (56%), Sichuan Jiuniu struggled to turn their control into meaningful chances, registering just one shot on target all afternoon. Dalian’s incisiveness in the final third was the story of the match, as they racked up 24 shots with 11 on target, consistently threatening Jiabao Ji’s goal. The hosts’ 4-2-3-1 formation allowed them to transition quickly and exploit gaps in the visitors’ midfield, while Sichuan Jiuniu’s 4-1-4-1 setup failed to provide enough attacking support for their lone striker. The result sees Dalian Zhixing claim a deserved victory, underlining their clinical edge and tactical discipline.

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CERTIFIED W

Predicted

2 - 1

⚡

Actual

3 - 1

✅Result
✅BTTS
✅O/U 2.5
❌Score

Key Moments

8' — Goal

Frank Acheampong puts Dalian Zhixing ahead early, capitalizing on a quick transition.

42' — Goal

Pedro Delgado doubles the lead for Dalian after sustained pressure.

52' — Goal

Nicolae Stanciu makes it 3-0, effectively ending the contest.

90' — Goal

Wesley Moraes scores a late consolation for Sichuan Jiuniu.

Dalian Zhixing

Dalian Zhixing

8.5/10

Dalian Zhixing were relentless in attack, carving out 24 shots and forcing 11 saves from the opposition goalkeeper. Their pressing and transitional play consistently unsettled Sichuan Jiuniu, with the midfield trio of Pedro Delgado, Nicolae Stanciu, and Luo Jing orchestrating much of the attacking threat. The hosts’ defensive unit, marshaled by Mamadou Traoré and Jinhao Bi, remained largely untroubled until the dying moments, maintaining composure and shape throughout.

Key Players

Frank Acheampong: Opened the scoring in the 8th minute, setting the tone for Dalian’s dominance.
Pedro Delgado: Scored the second goal in the 42nd minute and was a constant creative force.
Nicolae Stanciu: Added the third goal early in the second half, effectively sealing the match.

Strengths

Clinical finishingHigh shot volumeEffective transitionsMidfield creativity

Weaknesses

Lower possession (44%)Conceded late consolation goal
Sichuan Jiuniu

Sichuan Jiuniu

5.5/10

Sichuan Jiuniu controlled the ball for long stretches, boasting 56% possession, but their play lacked penetration. The 4-1-4-1 formation left Wesley Moraes isolated up front, with only one shot on target from 13 attempts. Albion Ademi and Eden Karzev tried to inject urgency from midfield, but the team’s inability to break down Dalian’s disciplined defense proved costly. A late goal from Moraes was scant consolation in a match where the visitors rarely threatened.

Key Players

Wesley Moraes: Scored the team’s only goal in the 90th minute.
Albion Ademi: Worked hard in midfield, but struggled to create clear-cut chances.

Strengths

Controlled possessionEarned 9 corners

Weaknesses

Lack of attacking threatFew shots on target (1)Isolated striker

Tactical Analysis

Dalian Zhixing’s 4-2-3-1 offered both defensive solidity and attacking flexibility, with the double pivot shielding the back four and enabling quick transitions through the creative midfield trio. The wide play of Acheampong and Luo Jing stretched Sichuan Jiuniu’s defense, while Stanciu operated between the lines to great effect. Sichuan Jiuniu’s 4-1-4-1, while providing numbers in midfield, failed to support Wesley Moraes, leaving him isolated and starved of service. Despite dominating possession, Jiuniu’s passing was largely lateral, and they lacked the penetration to trouble Dalian’s organized back line. Set pieces yielded little joy for either side, with both defenses coping well under aerial pressure.

Turning Point

Nicolae Stanciu’s goal in the 52nd minute, which put Dalian 3-0 up and extinguished any realistic hopes of a Sichuan Jiuniu comeback.

Man of the Match

Pedro Delgado

Scored a crucial second goal, orchestrated attacks, and was central to Dalian’s creative dominance.

Dalian Zhixing vs Sichuan Jiuniu: Match Preview

Dalian Zhixing approach this fixture with a robust home record—nine wins from thirteen at Suoyuwan—and sit third in the table, maintaining outside hopes of a top-two finish. Their recent form string of 'WWDWD' includes a pair of home victories and just one goal conceded in their last two league outings, underlining defensive improvement. Sichuan Jiuniu, ranked 11th, have steadied after a poor mid-season run, drawing three of their last five and winning away at Shenyang Urban, but their away record (2 wins, 2 draws, 9 losses) remains a glaring weakness.

From a statistical standpoint, Dalian's home attack (1.77 goals/game) matches up well against Jiuniu's leaky away defence (2.15 goals conceded/game). Both teams' recent matches trend towards goals—Dalian's last five average 1.2 scored and 0.6 conceded, while Jiuniu's last five see 1.2 for and 1.2 against, with four of those featuring both teams scoring. Dalian's matches go over 2.5 goals 58% of the time, and Jiuniu's 52%, suggesting a moderate-to-high goal environment. Set-piece threat is moderate on both sides, with each averaging around 3.4 corners per game in their last five.

The model expects Dalian's home efficiency to be decisive, forecasting a 2-1 win driven by their ability to convert chances at home and Jiuniu's defensive frailties on the road. While Jiuniu's improved shot volume hints at some attacking threat, their low away scoring rate (0.85 goals/game) tempers expectations. The likeliest scenario is Dalian controlling the first half and Jiuniu chasing in the second, with the hosts' defensive solidity at home tipping the balance.

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Win Probability
Dalian Zhixing 50% Draw 24% Sichuan Jiuniu 26%

Over 2.5 Goals

57%

BTTS: Yes

58%

Likely Scores

1-1 · 2-1 · 1-0

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Dalian Zhixing vs Sichuan Jiuniu Prediction Confidence at a Glance

How strongly the model leans on each market.

Match Result (1X2)
48%
30%
22%
Dalian Zhixing 48%Draw 30%Sichuan Jiuniu 22%
Both Teams to Score
56%
44%
Yes 56%No 44%
Over/Under 2.5 Goals
58%
42%
Over 2.5 58%Under 2.5 42%
Corners (Over/Under 9.5)
64%
36%
Over 9.5 64%Under 9.5 36%

Stats Worth Knowing

The numbers behind Dalian Zhixing vs Sichuan Jiuniu that most previews miss.

  • 1Sichuan Jiuniu have conceded at least two goals in 8 of their 13 away matches this season.
  • 2Dalian Zhixing have failed to score in only 1 of 13 home matches, averaging 1.77 goals per home game.
  • 3Across the last five matches for both teams, 7 of 10 have seen both teams score.

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The Case For This Dalian Zhixing vs Sichuan Jiuniu Prediction

Dalian Zhixing's home record (9 wins from 13) and superior defensive numbers at Suoyuwan set them up as favourites against a Sichuan Jiuniu side with the league's second-worst away defensive record (28 conceded in 13). Both teams average over 1.3 goals per game, but Dalian's home attack (1.77 goals/game) and Jiuniu's away concession rate (2.15/game) point to a goal-heavy contest, albeit with the hosts likelier to edge it. The underlying rates suggest a contest where Dalian's attacking efficiency at home outweighs their overall negative goal difference, while Jiuniu's recent uptick in shot volume (14.2 per game last five) gives them a puncher's chance.

Key Factors at a Glance

Defence

  • →Dalian Zhixing average 1.77 goals scored per home game, conceding 1.23.
  • →Sichuan Jiuniu have lost 9 of 13 away, conceding 2.15 per away match.

Match Context

  • →Both sides have seen over 2.5 goals in more than half their league games.

🚩 Dalian Zhixing vs Sichuan Jiuniu Corners Prediction

medium confidence
10.9expected total corners
Over 64%
Under 36%
Over 9.5Under 9.5

Our corners model projects roughly 5.7 corners for Dalian Zhixing and 5.2 for Sichuan Jiuniu, for an expected total of 10.9. That makes the model lean Over 9.5 corners (64%). Over 8.5: 76% · Over 10.5: 52%.

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How Dalian Zhixing and Sichuan Jiuniu Are Arriving

Form, fitness and who's likely to start.

Dalian Zhixing vs Sichuan Jiuniu Goalscorer Form

Goals scored in last 5 matches across all competitions. Rate = goals ÷ 5 games. XI badge shows player is in the expected starting lineup.

Dalian ZhixingDalian Zhixinglast 5 matches
F. AcheampongXI
5 goals in 5
100%

In exceptional form

N. StanciuXI
3 goals in 5
60%

Scoring consistently

Luo JingXI
2 goals in 5
40%

Regular contributor

P. DelgadoXI
1 goal in 5
20%

Occasional threat

Sichuan JiuniuSichuan Jiuniulast 5 matches
Dai Wai-Tsunsub/out
2 goals in 5
40%

Regular contributor

Wesley MoraesXI
2 goals in 5
40%

Regular contributor

Xia Dalongsub/out
1 goal in 5
20%

Occasional threat

Dalian Zhixing are trending upward, unbeaten in five and boasting two straight wins, including a 2-1 home result last time out. Sichuan Jiuniu, meanwhile, have drawn three of five and ended a run of defeats with a recent away win, but remain inconsistent, especially on their travels.

Dalian Zhixing vs Sichuan Jiuniu — Last 10 Matches

Dalian ZhixingDalian ZhixingLast 10 results
W3-1
W4-0
W2-1
D1-1
W1-0
D1-1
L1-3
W1-0
D1-1
L2-3
Wvs Sichuan Jiuniu3-1
W@ Qingdao Youth Island4-0
Wvs Qingdao Jonoon2-1
Dvs Beijing Guoan1-1
W@ Chongqing Tongliang Long1-0
D@ SHANGHAI SIPG1-1
L@ Yunnan Yukun1-3
Wvs Shenyang Urban1-0
D@ Henan Jianye1-1
L@ Hangzhou Greentown2-3

Strengths

  • +4/5 wins in last 5 — excellent form
  • +Prolific attack — 2.2 goals/game (last 5)
  • +Defensively solid — 0.6 conceded/game
  • +High-volume attack — 14 shots/game
Sichuan JiuniuSichuan JiuniuLast 10 results
L1-3
D2-2
D1-1
L0-1
D1-1
W2-1
L0-4
W2-0
L3-4
L0-2
L@ Dalian Zhixing1-3
Dvs Henan Jianye2-2
D@ Shandong Luneng1-1
Lvs SHANGHAI SIPG0-1
Dvs Hangzhou Greentown1-1
W@ Shenyang Urban2-1
L@ Beijing Guoan0-4
Wvs Chongqing Tongliang Long2-0
L@ Yunnan Yukun3-4
L@ Wuhan Three Towns0-2

Strengths

  • +Both teams scoring in most recent games
  • +High-volume attack — 15 shots/game

Concerns

  • −No clean sheets in last 5 matches

What History Says: Dalian Zhixing vs Sichuan Jiuniu

Dalian Zhixing are unbeaten in three previous meetings with Sichuan Jiuniu, winning the only prior home fixture 2-1 and drawing both away games 1-1. The head-to-head suggests a competitive fixture, but with Dalian holding the edge at home.

Dalian Zhixing vs Sichuan Jiuniu Head-to-Head History

Last 4 meetings between these sides

2

Dalian Zhixing wins

2

Draws

0

Sichuan Jiuniu wins

50%50% draws0%
17 Oct 26Dalian Zhixing vs Sichuan Jiuniu3-1
19 May 26Sichuan Jiuniu vs Dalian Zhixing1-1
14 Sept 25Dalian Zhixing vs Sichuan Jiuniu2-1
26 Apr 25Sichuan Jiuniu vs Dalian Zhixing1-1

Where the Model Disagrees with the Odds: Dalian Zhixing vs Sichuan Jiuniu

With no bookmaker odds available, it is not possible to identify value edges for this fixture. The model's probabilities suggest Dalian should be clear favourites, especially in the home win and over 2.5 goals markets, but confirmation against market prices is not possible.

Odds from Bet365. Positive edge = our model gives a higher probability than the odds imply. EV = expected value per £1 staked.

1X2

SelectionOddsModel %Edge
Dalian Zhixing Win1.6748.0%-11.9%
Drawvalue3.9030.0%+4.4%
Sichuan Jiuniu Win4.3322.0%-1.1%

Over/Under 2.5

SelectionOddsModel %Edge
Over 2.51.6258.0%-3.7%
Under 2.52.2542.0%-2.4%

Both Teams Score

SelectionOddsModel %Edge
Yes1.6256.0%-5.7%
No2.2044.0%-1.5%

Best Value Markets Found by the Model

1X2: Draw @ 3.90EV +0.170

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Things to Watch: Dalian Zhixing vs Sichuan Jiuniu

  • ⚠️No bookmaker odds available, so value edges cannot be calculated.
  • ⚠️Recent form for both sides is steady but not spectacular; neither team has a major streak.
  • ⚠️Sichuan Jiuniu's away attack has been weak (0.85 goals/game), but recent shot volume is up.

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Final Verdict

Dalian Zhixing 2–1 Sichuan Jiuniu

A 2-1 home win is the statistical baseline, anchored by Dalian Zhixing's strong home attack (1.77 goals/game) against a Jiuniu defence conceding over two per away game. The main risk is Jiuniu's recent increase in shots and BTTS frequency, which could see them nick a result if Dalian's defence lapses.

Dalian Zhixing vs Sichuan Jiuniu: Common Questions

Who will win Dalian Zhixing vs Sichuan Jiuniu?

The model gives Dalian Zhixing a 48% chance of victory, with a draw at 30% and Sichuan Jiuniu at 22%. Dalian's home record and Jiuniu's away defensive issues make the hosts favourites.

Will both teams score in Dalian Zhixing vs Sichuan Jiuniu?

Both teams to score is rated at 56%, supported by 7 of the last 10 combined matches for these sides seeing goals at both ends and Jiuniu's recent attacking improvement.

Is over 2.5 goals likely in this match?

The probability for over 2.5 goals is 58%, with both teams' season rates above 50% and the matchup of Dalian's home attack against Jiuniu's away defence pointing to a goal-friendly contest.

How This Prediction Was Made

The numbers on this page come from a structured statistical pack for Dalian Zhixing vs Sichuan Jiuniu: recent results and scoring data for both sides, home/away splits, the head-to-head record, current league standings, known injuries and live bookmaker odds, all sourced from the API-Football data feed.

This fixture was routed to The Numbers Desk, the statistical baseline — season-long rates, splits and distributions. An AI model running that profile analyses the pack and produces the probabilities, predicted score and written analysis shown above. Nothing is edited by hand, and no information outside the data pack is used.

Last updated: 10 October 2026 (refreshed automatically as new team data arrives). Every prediction is scored against the real result once the match finishes — see the verified track record or read the full methodology. Football is inherently uncertain: treat this page as analysis, not advice.

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