TIPS - Dalian Yingbo F.C. VS Shanghai Port F.C.

[(Dalian Yingbo F.C.) Weakness]:
1. Dalian Yingbo F.C. have achieved 9 wins, 9 draws, and 11 losses in the first 29 rounds, accumulating 36 points and steadily occupying 11th place in the standings. They have already completed their core season goal of avoiding relegation ahead of schedule. With no performance pressure, their motivation for this final match is questionable compared to Shanghai Port F.C.'s championship aspirations.
2. Dalian Yingbo F.C. midfielders Zakaria Labyad, forwards Zhao Xuebin, and Cephas Malele will all miss this final match due to injuries.
3. Dalian Yingbo F.C. have recorded 4 draws and 2 losses in the last 6 rounds of the Chinese Super League without a single win, showing average form. In the last round, they drew 2-2 away against Meizhou Hakka.
4. Dalian Yingbo F.C. have recorded 1 win, 1 draw, and 2 losses in their last 4 home matches without a victory, showing poor home performance. In their last home match, they drew 0-0 with Wuhan Three Towns FC.
5. Dalian Yingbo F.C. have scored only 9 goals and conceded 20 in their last 10 matches, indicating an imbalance in both offensive and defensive performances recently.
6. Dalian Yingbo F.C. have lost 3 of their last 5 matches in AH, showing relatively average ability to beat the odds recently.

[(Shanghai Port F.C.) Strength]:
1. As the defending champion, Shanghai Port F.C. lead the standings after 29 rounds with 19 wins, 6 draws, and 4 losses, accumulating 63 points and holding a 2-point advantage in the title race. They only need to avoid defeat in this match to achieve a third consecutive Chinese Super League title, showing extremely strong and clear motivation. With past championship experience, the team are relatively mature in handling the pressure of the final match and are likely to pursue the championship honor with a steady approach.
2. Shanghai Port F.C. forward Leonardo has currently scored 21 league goals, temporarily ranking 3rd in the Chinese Super League scoring charts.
3. The two teams met in the first leg of this season's Chinese Super League, where Shanghai Port F.C. won 3-0 at home against Dalian Yingbo F.C., holding a significant psychological advantage.
4. AH market provided visitors a -1/1.5 line to back Shanghai Port F.C. in this match.

[(Shanghai Port F.C.) Weakness]:
1. Shanghai Port F.C. have lost 3 of their last 4 matches, showing a decline in form. In the last AFC Champions League Elite match, they lost 0-2 away to Buriram United F.C.
2. Shanghai Port F.C. have suffered 2 consecutive away losses recently, indicating low morale in away matches.
3. Shanghai Port F.C. have conceded 10 goals in their last 5 matches, showing poor defensive performance recently.

[Tips]:
Dalian Yingbo F.C. have recorded 4 draws and 2 losses in the last 6 rounds of the Chinese Super League without a single win, showing average form. The team currently sit steadily in 11th place in the standings.

Shanghai Port F.C. have lost 3 of their last 4 matches, indicating a decline in form, but they currently lead the standings.

Shanghai Port F.C. not only hold a clear advantage in overall strength but also have a clear championship goal as motivation.

Even with injury concerns in the forward line, their mature tactical system and player experience are sufficient to handle the situation.

While Dalian Yingbo F.C. have home sentiment and determination to resist, they face multiple injuries in the squad, lack finishing ability, and their fighting spirit intensity is difficult to compare with Shanghai Port F.C.

In conclusion, Shanghai Port F.C. are favored to win away and achieve a third consecutive Chinese Super League title.

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