SHANGHAI SIPG vs Qingdao Jonoon Predictions

Prediction by The Form Guide — Qingdao Jonoon arrive on a 5-match losing run — routed to The Form Guide, which weights momentum most heavily.
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SHANGHAI SIPG

SHANGHAI SIPG

Full Time

2 - 1

AI predicted 3 - 1

Qingdao Jonoon

Qingdao Jonoon

🗓️ Sunday, 23 Aug 2026 at 19:35 GMT+8 (venue time) · 11:35 UTC (your time)📍 Pudong Football Stadium, Shanghai

Win Probability (1X2)

SHANGHAI SIPG 67%Draw 22%Qingdao Jonoon 11%

Best Value Pick

Match Result: SHANGHAI SIPG Win

Match Result

7.2/10

Shanghai SIPG Edge Past Qingdao Jonoon in Hard-Fought 2-1 Victory

Shanghai SIPG secured a narrow 2-1 win over Qingdao Jonoon at Pudong Football Stadium, overcoming an early setback to claim all three points. Qingdao Jonoon stunned the home crowd with a 17th-minute opener, but SIPG responded with resilience, equalizing just before halftime and then taking the lead midway through the second half. The hosts dominated possession with 59% and were more incisive in attack, registering 11 shots and 4 on target, compared to Jonoon's 8 and 2 respectively. Despite Qingdao's disciplined defensive shape and physical approach—evidenced by their 15 fouls and three yellow cards—Shanghai's attacking quality eventually told. The visitors struggled to create clear chances after their early goal and failed to win a single corner, while SIPG's midfield control and tactical adjustments proved decisive in turning the match around.

🔥 AI Prediction Report

CERTIFIED W

Predicted

3 - 1

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Actual

2 - 1

✅Result
✅BTTS
✅O/U 2.5
❌Score

💰 Bet Results3/3 hit

1x2 — Home
✅
Over/Under 2.5 — Over
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Both Teams to Score — Yes
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Key Moments

17' — Goal

Carlos Strandberg puts Qingdao Jonoon ahead after a swift counterattack.

44' — Goal

Leonardo equalizes for Shanghai SIPG, finishing off a well-worked move.

67' — Goal

Shanghai SIPG take the lead, with a goal created by Óscar Melendo.

73' — Yellow Card

Qingdao Jonoon pick up their third yellow as frustrations mount.

SHANGHAI SIPG

SHANGHAI SIPG

7.5/10

Shanghai SIPG showed character and tactical maturity to recover from an early deficit, asserting control through measured possession and patient build-up. Their 4-2-3-1 formation allowed them to dominate midfield, and their attacking midfielders—particularly Wu Lei and Óscar Melendo—were instrumental in breaking down a stubborn Qingdao defense. The defense remained composed after conceding, limiting Qingdao to just two shots on target for the remainder of the match.

Key Players

Leonardo: Scored the crucial equalizer just before halftime, shifting momentum.
Wu Lei: Provided energy and creativity in the final third, key in build-up play.
Óscar Melendo: Influential in midfield, orchestrating attacks and assisting the winner.

Strengths

Midfield controlEffective possession playResilience after conceding

Weaknesses

Slow start defensivelyOccasional lack of cutting edge in the final third
Qingdao Jonoon

Qingdao Jonoon

6.5/10

Qingdao Jonoon began brightly, capitalizing on an early chance to take the lead, but gradually ceded control as Shanghai SIPG grew into the game. Their 4-4-2 setup provided defensive solidity and allowed for quick transitions, but their attacking threat waned after the opening goal. Persistent fouling disrupted SIPG's rhythm but also led to three yellow cards, and the lack of attacking impetus was underlined by their failure to earn a single corner.

Key Players

Carlos Strandberg: Opened the scoring with a well-taken goal in the 17th minute.
Malcom Edjouma: Battled in midfield, trying to stem SIPG's dominance.
Nemanja Anđelković: Organized the backline and made several key interventions.

Strengths

Quick transitionsDefensive organization early onPhysical presence in midfield

Weaknesses

Lack of attacking threat after early goalDiscipline issues (15 fouls, 3 yellow cards)No corners won

Tactical Analysis

Shanghai SIPG's 4-2-3-1 formation allowed them to control the tempo, with two holding midfielders shielding the back four and freeing up their attacking trio to probe Qingdao's defense. The width provided by Prince Ampem and Wu Lei stretched the visitors, while Melendo operated between the lines. After falling behind, SIPG increased their pressing and tempo, pinning Qingdao back and forcing errors. Qingdao's 4-4-2 was effective in the opening stages, pressing high and breaking quickly, but as SIPG gained control, Jonoon dropped deeper and relied on physicality to disrupt play, as reflected in their high foul count and bookings. Substitutions in the second half saw SIPG reinforce midfield control while Jonoon attempted to add fresh legs up front, but without success.

Turning Point

Leonardo's equalizer just before halftime shifted momentum firmly in SIPG's favor, setting the stage for their second-half dominance.

Man of the Match

Óscar Melendo

Pulled the strings in midfield, assisted the winning goal, and dictated the tempo throughout.

SHANGHAI SIPG vs Qingdao Jonoon: Match Preview

Shanghai SIPG come into this match with serious momentum, having won four of their last five and netted three goals in back-to-back away wins. Their recent surge has pulled them into the top half of the table, and the confidence is evident in their attacking output. Qingdao Jonoon, meanwhile, are rooted to the bottom and arrive in crisis mode, having lost five straight and conceded 12 goals in that stretch. With only one away win all season and form string 'LLLLL', Jonoon are desperate for any kind of response.

The tactical contrast is stark: SIPG's attack is purring, averaging 12.8 shots and 5.4 on target per match over the last five, while Jonoon's defence is leaking badly, conceding 2.4 per game and allowing a high volume of chances (12.8 shots faced). SIPG's matches have also been lively early, with six first-half goals in their last five, while Jonoon have managed just two after the break in the same span. Set-piece threat also favours the hosts, who average 5.2 corners to Jonoon's 3.4, and discipline could play a role with Jonoon picking up two yellows per game recently.

The model expects SIPG to dictate play from the outset, exploiting Jonoon's defensive frailty and capitalising on their own attacking rhythm. With SIPG's momentum and Jonoon's away struggles (10 losses in 12), the most likely outcome is a comfortable home win, with the visitors capable of nicking a goal but unlikely to keep pace. Expect a high-tempo start and plenty of action in both boxes.

How SHANGHAI SIPG and Qingdao Jonoon Are Arriving

Form, fitness and who's likely to start.

SHANGHAI SIPG vs Qingdao Jonoon 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.

SHANGHAI SIPGSHANGHAI SIPGlast 5 matches
Wu LeiXI
2 goals in 5
40%

Regular contributor

Wei Zhensub/out
2 goals in 5
40%

Regular contributor

P. O. AmpemXI
2 goals in 5
40%

Regular contributor

LeonardoXI
2 goals in 5
40%

Regular contributor

X. Lisub/out
1 goal in 5
20%

Occasional threat

Qingdao JonoonQingdao Jonoonlast 5 matches
C. StrandbergXI
1 goal in 5
20%

Occasional threat

Jin YonghaoXI
1 goal in 5
20%

Occasional threat

Shanghai SIPG are one of the league's form teams, collecting 10 points from their last five and scoring freely, with Leonardo and Ampem both in the goals. Qingdao Jonoon, by contrast, are in freefall, having lost five straight and failed to score in three of those, conceding 12 in the process. The two sides are heading in opposite directions, with SIPG's momentum and Jonoon's collapse shaping the outlook.

SHANGHAI SIPG vs Qingdao Jonoon — Last 10 Matches

SHANGHAI SIPGSHANGHAI SIPGLast 10 results
W2-1
D1-1
W3-2
W3-2
L0-1
W2-0
D2-2
L1-2
W2-1
L2-3
Wvs Qingdao Jonoon2-1
Dvs Dalian Zhixing1-1
W@ Wuhan Three Towns3-2
W@ Chongqing Tongliang Long3-2
Lvs Shandong Luneng0-1
Wvs Shanghai Shenhua2-0
D@ Yunnan Yukun2-2
L@ Qingdao Youth Island1-2
W@ Henan Jianye2-1
L@ Shenyang Urban2-3

Strengths

  • +Solid recent form — 3+ wins in last 5
  • +Both teams scoring in most recent games
  • +Dominant in possession — 62% avg

Concerns

  • −No clean sheets in last 5 matches
Qingdao JonoonQingdao JonoonLast 10 results
L1-2
L1-3
L0-1
L0-2
L0-2
L1-5
L2-3
D1-1
W4-2
L2-3
L@ SHANGHAI SIPG1-2
L@ Shandong Luneng1-3
Lvs Shanghai Shenhua0-1
L@ Qingdao Youth Island0-2
Lvs Tianjin Teda0-2
L@ Henan Jianye1-5
L@ Hangzhou Greentown2-3
Dvs Chengdu Better City1-1
Wvs Yunnan Yukun4-2
L@ Sichuan Jiuniu2-3

Strengths

  • +High-volume attack — 15 shots/game

Concerns

  • −5/5 losses in last 5 — poor form
  • −Struggling to score — 0.4 goals/game
  • −Leaky defence — 2.0 conceded/game

SHANGHAI SIPG vs Qingdao Jonoon Prediction Confidence at a Glance

How strongly the model leans on each market.

Match Result (1X2)
67%
22%
SHANGHAI SIPG 67%Draw 22%Qingdao Jonoon 11%
Both Teams to Score
54%
46%
Yes 54%No 46%
Over/Under 2.5 Goals
69%
31%
Over 2.5 69%Under 2.5 31%
Corners (Over/Under 9.5)
54%
46%
Over 9.5 54%Under 9.5 46%

Stats Worth Knowing

The numbers behind SHANGHAI SIPG vs Qingdao Jonoon that most previews miss.

  • 1Shanghai SIPG have scored in the first half in four of their last five matches, totalling six first-half goals in that span.
  • 2Qingdao Jonoon have conceded at least twice in every away league match since mid-June, with an average of 2.5 goals against per away game in that period.
  • 3Five of the last seven H2H meetings have seen at least four total goals, with SIPG scoring three or more in all five.

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SHANGHAI SIPG2.45

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Qingdao Jonoon1.05

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Win Probability
SHANGHAI SIPG 68% Draw 18% Qingdao Jonoon 14%

Over 2.5 Goals

68%

BTTS: Yes

59%

Likely Scores

2-1 · 2-0 · 3-1

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The Case For This SHANGHAI SIPG vs Qingdao Jonoon Prediction

Shanghai SIPG hit this fixture with the wind at their backs, riding a two-match winning streak and having scored three in each of their last two. Qingdao Jonoon, by contrast, are in freefall, having lost five on the bounce and conceding heavily in the process. The clash of these trajectories sets up a contest where momentum will be decisive.

Key Factors at a Glance

Defence

  • →Shanghai SIPG's last five: WWLWD, averaging 2.0 goals scored and 1.4 conceded per game.
  • →Qingdao Jonoon are on a five-game losing streak, conceding 2.4 per match and scoring just 0.4.

Match Context

  • →SIPG's home record (4W-3D-3L, +7 GD) contrasts with Jonoon's away collapse (1W-1D-10L, -16 GD).

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🚩 SHANGHAI SIPG vs Qingdao Jonoon Corners Prediction

low confidence
10expected total corners
Over 54%
Under 46%
Over 9.5Under 9.5

Our corners model projects roughly 6.3 corners for SHANGHAI SIPG and 3.7 for Qingdao Jonoon, for an expected total of 10. That makes the model lean Over 9.5 corners (54%). Over 8.5: 67% · Over 10.5: 42%.

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What History Says: SHANGHAI SIPG vs Qingdao Jonoon

SIPG have dominated this fixture historically, winning six of the last seven and scoring three or more in five of those meetings. The only recent blip was a 3-1 loss away to Jonoon earlier this season, but at home SIPG have won all three previous encounters by at least two goals. High-scoring games are the norm in this matchup.

SHANGHAI SIPG vs Qingdao Jonoon Head-to-Head History

Last 8 meetings between these sides

7

SHANGHAI SIPG wins

0

Draws

1

Qingdao Jonoon wins

88%0% draws13%
23 Aug 26SHANGHAI SIPG vs Qingdao Jonoon2-1
2 May 26Qingdao Jonoon vs SHANGHAI SIPG3-1
17 Oct 25Qingdao Jonoon vs SHANGHAI SIPG3-4
9 May 25SHANGHAI SIPG vs Qingdao Jonoon3-1
21 Jul 24SHANGHAI SIPG vs Qingdao Jonoon5-0
1 May 24Qingdao Jonoon vs SHANGHAI SIPG0-5

Where the Model Disagrees with the Odds: SHANGHAI SIPG vs Qingdao Jonoon

With no bookmaker odds available, it's not possible to quantify value edges for this match. However, the model's strong lean towards a SIPG win and over 2.5 goals would likely put those selections at the top of any value shortlist, especially given the momentum signals and H2H trends. Once odds are released, these markets should be scrutinised for positive expected value.

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

1X2

SelectionOddsModel %Edge
SHANGHAI SIPG Win1.3067.0%-9.9%
Drawvalue5.7522.0%+4.6%
Qingdao Jonoon Win8.5011.0%-0.8%

Over/Under 2.5

SelectionOddsModel %Edge
Over 2.51.3669.0%-4.5%
Under 2.53.1031.0%-1.3%

Both Teams Score

SelectionOddsModel %Edge
Yes1.6754.0%-5.9%
No2.1046.0%-1.6%

Best Value Markets Found by the Model

1X2: Draw @ 5.75EV +0.265

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Edge and EV are derived from model probabilities only and do not constitute financial advice. Odds fluctuate — always verify current prices with your bookmaker.

Things to Watch: SHANGHAI SIPG vs Qingdao Jonoon

  • ⚠️No bookmaker odds available at time of analysis, so value edge cannot be calculated.
  • ⚠️Qingdao Jonoon's attack has been poor recently but did score in three of their last seven H2H visits.
  • ⚠️Lineups and late injuries are unknown; unexpected rotations could affect goal and card markets.

This analysis is for informational purposes only and does not constitute financial advice. Betting involves risk — always gamble responsibly.

Final Verdict

SHANGHAI SIPG 3–1 Qingdao Jonoon

Momentum is the overwhelming force here: Shanghai SIPG are surging, with four wins in five and a sharp attack, while Qingdao Jonoon are in a tailspin, losing five straight and leaking goals. The model projects a 3-1 home win, driven by SIPG's attacking numbers and Jonoon's away collapse. The main risk is SIPG underestimating Jonoon after a rare H2H defeat earlier this season, but all recent form points to a comfortable home victory.

SHANGHAI SIPG vs Qingdao Jonoon: Common Questions

Who will win Shanghai SIPG vs Qingdao Jonoon?

Shanghai SIPG are strong favourites with a 67% probability of victory, based on their recent four wins in five and Qingdao Jonoon's five-match losing streak. The model expects SIPG's momentum to carry them to a home win.

Will Shanghai SIPG's winning run continue?

The data suggests SIPG's form is sustainable: they've scored three in each of their last two and are facing a Jonoon side conceding 2.4 per game over their last five. The model gives SIPG a 67% chance to extend their winning streak.

How likely is over 2.5 goals in this match?

There's a 69% chance of over 2.5 goals, with both teams trending high for total goals in recent matches and five of the last seven H2Hs producing at least four goals.

How This Prediction Was Made

The numbers on this page come from a structured statistical pack for SHANGHAI SIPG vs Qingdao Jonoon: 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 Form Guide, the momentum specialist — weights the last five matches above everything. 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: 16 August 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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