TIPS - Buriram United F.C. VS Shanghai Port F.C.

[(Buriram United F.C.) Strength]:
1. As the current top team in the Thai League 1, Buriram United F.C. need to improve their performance in the AFC Champions League Elite. Facing Shanghai Port F.C., who are in a critical stage of the Chinese Super League title race, Buriram United F.C. will certainly aim to secure a win to improve their ranking.
2. Buriram United F.C. have been performing steadily in the Thai League 1 recently, currently leading the standings and riding a three-match winning streak with excellent form.
3. Buriram United F.C. have been solid at home, remaining unbeaten in the league with 4 wins and 1 draw, scoring 13 goals and conceding only 5, achieving an 80% win rate. Their first AFC Champions League Elite victory also came at home.

[(Buriram United F.C.) Weakness]:
1. Buriram United F.C. have recorded 1 win and 2 losses in their three AFC Champions League Elite matches, currently sitting in second-to-last place, with unsatisfactory performance.
2. Buriram United F.C. lack defensive stability, having conceded 6 goals in three AFC Champions League Elite matches, averaging 2 goals per game.
3. Buriram United F.C. previously faced Shanghai Port F.C. in the AFC Champions League Elite in 2020, losing 0-3 on that occasion.
4. Buriram United F.C. lost all of their last five matches in AH, and also lost their last 3 home games in AH.

[(Shanghai Port F.C.) Strength]:
1. Shanghai Port F.C.'s next crucial title-deciding match is still 18 days away, so they have enough energy to focus on this game. Currently ranked last in the AFC Champions League Elite, the team must win to improve their ranking.
2. Shanghai Port F.C. have performed excellently in the Chinese Super League this season. After defeating Zhejiang Professional F.C. in the last round, they continued to lead the standings and are just one step away from winning the league title.
3. Shanghai Port F.C.'s offense has been explosive recently, scoring 18 goals in the past six league matches, with attackers like Liu Ruofan, Vital, and Leonardo in excellent form.
4. Shanghai Port F.C. have a better away win rate than at home in the league this season, achieving 10 wins, 2 draws, and 2 losses, with a win rate exceeding 70%. Their most recent AFC Champions League Elite away match ended in a draw against J1 League powerhouses Sanfrecce Hiroshima.
5. Shanghai Port F.C. once defeated Buriram United F.C. 3-0 in the AFC Champions League Elite, which may provide them with some psychological advantage.
6. Shanghai Port F.C. won 7 of their last 10 away matches in AH.

[(Shanghai Port F.C.) Weakness]:
1. Shanghai Port F.C. have had a disastrous performance in the AFC Champions League Elite this season, managing only 1 draw and 2 losses in three matches, with their focus clearly not on the cup competition.

[Tips]:
Buriram United F.C. are currently performing steadily in the league, ranking first with an impressive record of 8 wins and 1 draw in 9 matches, showing strong dominance.

However, their performance in the AFC Champions League Elite has been relatively average, currently sitting in second-to-last place, and their defensive stability still needs improvement.

Shanghai Port F.C. are just one step away from winning the championship after defeating Zhejiang Professional F.C., but their next league match is not for another two weeks, allowing them to fully prepare for this game.

The team had a poor start in the AFC Champions League Elite, failing to win in all three matches and currently ranking last. Playing against Buriram United F.C. presents an opportunity to earn points.

This season, Shanghai Port F.C.'s away performance has been even more stable than their home games. The main reason for their rotation in the AFC Champions League Elite earlier was due to a congested schedule, but with ample time to adjust and prepare after this match, their focus will be significantly heightened.

This match is recommended for Shanghai Port F.C. to avoid defeat away from home.

[Recommended]:
Shanghai Port F.C. (+0.5/1)