Crunching Numbers: Shanghai Port Vs Henan - A Forebet Analysis
Shanghai Port and Henan, two of China's most prominent teams in the Chinese Super League (CSL), are always at the center of attention. This time, Forebet's expert analysts dive into the world of sports statistics to compare their performances, revealing some surprising insights about what makes them tick.
Shanghai Port, also known as Shanghai SIPG, has traditionally been one of the top contenders for the top spot in the CSL. With the presence of Brazilian superstar Hulk and Oscar, they have dominated many matches this season, leaving Shanghai's fans beaming with confidence. In contrast, Henan, a fledgling team with limited budget resources, has stunned opponents with their top-tier performances, shocking even their own fans with their unlikely successes last season.
Delving deeper into the numbers, we find some interesting trends that Forebet team members have highlighted. According to Forebet's expert analysis, Shanghai Port's attacking strategy shows versatility. Here are the top statistics that set them apart:
• Average passing success rate: 85.6%
• Aerial duels won: 55.6%
• Successful crosses into the box: 41.4%
These figures demonstrate that Shanghai's attacking approach is centered around creating short-range scoring chances, with a keen focus on players like Hulk, who takes the most shots in the team.
On the other hand, Henan's efficiency in receiving possession in areas of the field reveals an astute sense of how to limit opponents. Below are some statistics showing how they create room for themselves:
• Average receiving positions in open play: 63.1 meters
• Received possession in losing situations: 8.4%
• Set-piece defending: 75.1%
These stats display Henan's dependence on set pieces to set up half-clearances which can lead to a possession. On the other hand, Henan's Backline is amongst CSL's stingiest, indicating excellent defensive solidarity among players. We expecting above-average score lines over forcome in the coming fixtures.
