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Dalian Huayi vs Ningbo Professional Prediction, Odds & Betting Tips - 18-09-2026
Sep 1811:00
Match Prediction
Expected score: Dalian Huayi 1-2 Ningbo Professional
Dalian HuayiDrawNingbo Professional
Over 2.5 goalsYes (56%)
Both teams to scoreYes (59%)
On September 18, 2026, Dalian Huayi will host Ningbo Professional in a League One Regular Season match at Dalian Sports Center Stadium. With both teams positioned in the mid-tier of the league, this game presents a crucial opportunity for brighter standings.
Team form
Dalian Huayi
Dalian Huayi currently sits in 10th place with 26 points, recording 6 wins, 8 draws, and 8 losses. Their recent form has been competitive, showcasing a notable 5-4 victory against Shenzhen Juniors, alongside draws against Hebei Kungfu, Guangzhou E-Power, and Dongguan United. However, they experienced a defeat against Changchun Yatai, revealing inconsistency in their performances at this stage of the season. Averaging 1.8 goals scored and conceded per game recently, Dalian clearly has the ability to trouble the opposition but has struggled to maintain solid defensive performances.
Ningbo Professional
Conversely, Ningbo Professional's position is slightly better at 7th with 29 points, derived from 9 wins, 5 draws, and 8 losses. Their recent record includes a victory over Dalian Huayi on May 23 and strong performances against teams like Meizhou Kejia and Changchun Yatai. They are averaging 1.8 goals scored per game, but only conceding 0.6 which indicates a more robust defensive structure. Their solid showing has enhanced their ability to compete, evidenced by their recent form that emphasizes resilience.
Head-to-head
The head-to-head record slightly favors Ningbo Professional, particularly following their recent 1-0 victory against Dalian Huayi. This match was an important moment for them, demonstrating their capability to win tightly contested matches. With this prior victory sandwiched in between their recent strong defensive displays, they may feel a psychological advantage going into this encounter.
Key factors
Key elements influencing the match will be Dalian Huayi's scoring ability combined with their defensive woes. They have managed to score an average of 1.8 goals in recent outings, but their concession rate equally matches, making them vulnerable. For Ningbo Professional, maintaining this recent form of limiting goals against them (having conceded just 0.6 per game) could be crucial in securing points. Moreover, the tactical choices made by both head coaches in determining attack versus defense strategies will play a significant role in the outcome. Ningbo Professional's ability to frustrate and counterattack could be a decisive factor.
Prediction
Considering the statistical expectations, Ningbo Professional is favored, with a slight edge expected in both performance and productivity. Their recent forays into attacking threats coupled with a sturdy defense places them in a more advantageous position against a Dalian side that has shown signs of vulnerability. Sports analysts and the betting community might lean towards Ningbo as they encapsulate a balanced approach of attack bolstered significantly by defense.
In conclusion, while Dalian Huayi has shown flashes of brilliance offensively, it may not be enough against a tactically sharper Ningbo Professional team, leading to expectations of an away victory.
Match info
Tournaments:
League One(Regular Season - 24)
Referee:
No information
Stadium
Dalian Sports Center Stadium, Dalian
Statistics
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Recent Form
Dalian Huayi
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Ningbo Professional
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