TIPS - Henan FC VS Beijing Guoan

[(Henan FC) Strength]:
1. Henan FC forward Frank Acheampong, currently ranked 6th in the scoring charts with 11 goals, is the absolute starter in the team's attack and is expected to start in this match.
2. Henan FC drew 1-1 with Qingdao Hainiu F.C. in their last match, recording 2 wins, 1 draw, and 1 loss in their recent 4 games, with overall performance being acceptable.
3. Henan FC scored 14 goals in their last 5 home matches, demonstrating full firepower in attack and a strong desire to score.
4. Henan FC remained unbeaten in their last 5 home matches with 3 wins and 2 draws, a 60% win rate, indicating a strong ability to defend their home ground.

[(Henan FC) Neutral]:
1. Henan FC conceded 6 goals in their last 5 matches, showing some improvement in defense recently, though there are still areas that need strengthening.
2. Henan FC ended 9 of their last 10 home matches with OVERs in O/U, indicating an open style of play at home, making the O/U trend worth focusing on in this match.

[(Henan FC) Weakness]:
1. The two teams have faced each other 31 times, with Henan FC recording 6 wins, 9 draws, and 16 losses, placing them at a psychological disadvantage.

[(Beijing Guoan) Strength]:
1. Beijing Guoan are currently only two points behind the top of the table, and a win in this round could see them overtake and claim the top spot, indicating high motivation.
2. Beijing Guoan scored 18 goals in their last 5 matches, demonstrating undeniable offensive capability and reliability in scoring.
3. Beijing Guoan achieved 6 wins, 4 draws, and 2 losses away from home this season, with a 50% win rate, indicating a strong ability to earn points on the road.
4. Beijing Guoan won only one of their last 5 matches in AH, showing a recent improvement in winning ability, meeting external expectations.

[(Beijing Guoan) Neutral]:
1. Beijing Guoan suffered a heavy 6-0 defeat to Shandong Taishan in their last match. After the game, players Wang Gang and Zhang Yuning clashed with fans but issued apologies the next day.
2. The Chinese Football Association recently announced that the Chinese FA Cup final has been rescheduled to 19:00 on Saturday, December 6, with the two finalists being the teams competing in this match.

[(Beijing Guoan) Weakness]:
1. Beijing Guoan suffered a heavy 6-0 defeat to Shandong Taishan in their last match, ending their unbeaten streak and setting a record for the biggest loss in the team's CSL history. Their previous biggest CSL loss was a 5-0 defeat to Guangzhou City FC in the 17th round of the 2021 season.
2. Beijing Guoan conceded 13 goals in their last 5 away matches, showing a serious decline in defensive performance on the road, with head coach Quique Setien's three-center-back system being widely questioned.

[Tips]:
Henan FC drew 1-1 with Qingdao Hainiu in their last match, recording 2 wins, 1 draw, and 1 loss in their recent 4 games, with overall performance being acceptable.

In this match, they will face Beijing Guoan, who suffered a heavy 6-0 defeat to Shandong Taishan in their last game, ending their unbeaten streak and setting a record for the biggest loss in the team's CSL history, which has dealt a significant blow to morale.

The team also faced widespread criticism after the match and now urgently need a victory to get back on track.

Currently trailing the top by only two points, their motivation to win is not low.

In the past 6 encounters with Henan FC, they have won 4 times, giving them a psychological advantage.

Combined with their decent away performance, Beijing Guoan are expected to secure a win on the road and avoid a losing streak.

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