Anticipate a thrilling China Super League game on 31.07.2026, where Henan Jianye looks to assert dominance against Dalian Zhixing. Henan Jianye, with a slight advantage, faces a resilient opponent in Dalian Zhixing. Our analysis provides a detailed look at tactics, player forms, and key statistics. For thorough insights and betting tips, make sure to read our prediction.
Standings of both teams
| № | Team | Played | Win | Draw | Loss | GF/GA | Points |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2 | Chongqing Tongliang Long | 20 | 7 | 8 | 5 | 23/22 | 29 |
| 3 | Dalian Zhixing | 18 | 9 | 1 | 8 | 28/32 | 28 |
| 4 | Qingdao Youth Island | 20 | 6 | 10 | 4 | 24/29 | 28 |
| 12 | SHANGHAI SIPG | 19 | 6 | 6 | 7 | 30/26 | 19 |
| 13 | Henan Jianye | 18 | 7 | 3 | 8 | 23/23 | 18 |
| 14 | Tianjin Teda | 19 | 6 | 6 | 7 | 26/22 | 14 |
Key Player Statistics: Henan Jianye vs Dalian Zhixing
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| League | Home | Away | Date | Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| FA Cup | Henan Jianye | Dalian Zhixing | 21.07.2026 | 1-1 |
| Super League | Dalian Zhixing | Henan Jianye | 18.04.2026 | 2-1 |
| Super League | Henan Jianye | Dalian Zhixing | 24.08.2025 | 4-0 |
| Super League | Dalian Zhixing | Henan Jianye | 16.04.2025 | 1-0 |
| League | Home | Away | Date | Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Super League | Shandong Luneng | Henan Jianye | 26.07.2026 | 1-2 |
| FA Cup | Henan Jianye | Dalian Zhixing | 21.07.2026 | 1-1 |
| Super League | Henan Jianye | Qingdao Jonoon | 17.07.2026 | 5-1 |
| Super League | Yunnan Yukun | Henan Jianye | 03.07.2026 | 2-1 |
| Super League | Henan Jianye | SHANGHAI SIPG | 27.06.2026 | 1-2 |
| FA Cup | Jiangxi Liansheng | Henan Jianye | 19.06.2026 | 0-2 |
| Super League | Henan Jianye | Hangzhou Greentown | 30.05.2026 | 0-2 |
| Super League | Beijing Guoan | Henan Jianye | 23.05.2026 | 1-2 |
| Super League | Tianjin Teda | Henan Jianye | 19.05.2026 | 1-2 |
| Super League | Henan Jianye | Sichuan Jiuniu | 15.05.2026 | 1-0 |
| League | Home | Away | Date | Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Super League | Hangzhou Greentown | Dalian Zhixing | 26.07.2026 | 3-2 |
| FA Cup | Henan Jianye | Dalian Zhixing | 21.07.2026 | 1-1 |
| Super League | Dalian Zhixing | Shandong Luneng | 18.07.2026 | 3-1 |
| Super League | Dalian Zhixing | Wuhan Three Towns | 04.07.2026 | 3-2 |
| Super League | Dalian Zhixing | Shanghai Shenhua | 28.06.2026 | 1-4 |
| FA Cup | Langfang Glory City | Dalian Zhixing | 19.06.2026 | 1-1 |
| Super League | Tianjin Teda | Dalian Zhixing | 31.05.2026 | 1-0 |
| Super League | Dalian Zhixing | Chengdu Better City | 23.05.2026 | 2-0 |
| Super League | Sichuan Jiuniu | Dalian Zhixing | 19.05.2026 | 1-1 |
| Super League | Dalian Zhixing | Qingdao Youth Island | 15.05.2026 | 2-3 |
Comparative Team Statistics: Henan Jianye VS Dalian Zhixing
Last 20 Matches Statistics: Henan Jianye vs Dalian Zhixing
Bookies' predictions
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Betting Intelligence: Henan Jianye vs Dalian Zhixing
htmlThere's a real edge to this one. Henan Jianye host Dalian Zhixing in the China Super League, and the stakes couldn't feel more different for each side. Dalian are chasing a top-three finish. Henan are fighting to stay relevant in the middle of the table. Same pitch, completely different missions.
The head-to-head record tells a fascinating story. Henan absolutely demolished Dalian 4-0 at home back in August 2025. That result still stings for Dalian's fans. But the visitors got their revenge in April this year, winning 2-1 at their place. So who holds the psychological edge? I'd argue Henan still do, especially on home soil.
Here's what you need to watch for — the attacking firepower on both sides. Bruno Nazário leads Henan's line with 8 goals in 16 matches. He's been clinical. Dalian counter with C. Malele, also on 8 goals but in just 15 appearances. That's a slightly better rate. This striker battle could genuinely decide the game.
Don't be fooled by the mainstream narrative about Dalian being the obvious pick just because they sit third in the table. Their away form has been shaky. They've lost to Shanghai Shenhua, Hangzhou Greentown, Qingdao Jonoon, and Beijing Guoan in recent months. Dalian on the road are not the same team as Dalian at home.
Here's a surprising statistical insight casual fans will miss. Dalian have shipped 32 goals in 18 games — more than Henan's 23. A third-placed team conceding that many suggests defensive vulnerabilities that Henan, on their own patch, could absolutely exploit.
Tactically, watch how Henan press early. When they're aggressive at home they're dangerous, as that 5-1 win over Qingdao recently proved. If they can disrupt Dalian's rhythm before the visitors settle, this becomes a very different game to what the odds suggest.
Speaking of odds — Henan are priced at 1.83, which I think represents genuine value. The draw at 3.55 also deserves attention given the recent FA Cup stalemate between these sides. Both teams have shown a tendency to score, so the Both Teams to Score market looks attractive here too.
My prediction? Henan Jianye win 2-1. Nazário grabs at least one. Dalian score late but it's not enough. Back the home win and both teams to score for the best combination bet on this fixture.
Saturday can't come soon enough. This one has drama written all over it.
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Team Lineups and Player Details:
| Name | Country | Age | Position | Height | Weight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jordi Mboula | Spain | 27 | Attacker | 183 cm | 74 kg |
| Iago Maidana | Brazil | 30 | Defender | 193 | 85 |
| Bruno Nazário | Brazil | 31 | Attacker | 175 | 75 |
| Gustavo | Brazil | 32 | Attacker | 189 | 83 |
| He Chao | China PR | 31 | Midfielder | 178 | 77 |
| Zhong Yihao | China PR | 30 | Midfielder | 178 | 75 |
| Yin Congyao | China PR | 29 | Attacker | 184 | 74 |
| Wang Guoming | China PR | 36 | Goalkeeper | 187 | 81 |
| Yang Kuo | China PR | 33 | Defender | 180 | 78 |
| Wang Shangyuan | China PR | 33 | Midfielder | 185 | 78 |
| Lucas Maia | Brazil | 33 | Defender | 192 | 88 |
| Yeljan Shinar | China PR | 27 | Defender | 178 | 78 |
| Huang Ruifeng | China PR | 26 | Defender | 180 | 71 |
| Shi Chenglong | China PR | 27 | Goalkeeper | 185 | 76 |
| Abudulam Abdurasul | China PR | 25 | Midfielder | 176 | 70 |
| Ablahan Haliq | China PR | 25 | Midfielder | 186 | 75 |
| Muhmet Nebijan | China PR | 25 | Defender | 180 cm | 72 kg |
| Liu Yixin | China PR | 25 | Defender | 180 | 75 |
| O. Gerbig | Hong Kong, China | 27 | Defender | 185 | 85 |
| Fan Xulin | China PR | 20 | 169 | 55 |
| Name | Country | Age | Position | Height | Weight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pedro Delgado | Portugal | 29 | Midfielder | 188 | 77 |
| Huang Zihao | China PR | 25 | Goalkeeper | 191 | 85 |
| Lü Zhuoyi | China PR | 25 | Defender | 178 | 65 |
| M. Traoré | Mali | 31 | Defender | 190 | 83 |
| Li Ang | China PR | 32 | Defender | 188 | 88 |
| Wen Jiabao | China PR | 27 | Defender | 177 | 65 |
| Lü Peng | China PR | 36 | Midfielder | 182 | 76 |
| Yang Mingrui | China PR | 19 | Midfielder | 180 | 65 |
| N. Stanciu | Romania | 33 | Midfielder | 173 | 72 |
| I. Alimi | Albania | 32 | Midfielder | 186 | 81 |
| F. Acheampong | Ghana | 32 | Midfielder | 172 | 70 |
| C. Malele | Switzerland | 32 | Attacker | 185 | 83 |
| Liao Jintao | China PR | 26 | Midfielder | 180 | 65 |
| Feng Jin | China PR | 32 | Attacker | 179 | 72 |
| Cao Haiqing | China PR | 32 | Defender | 174 | 69 |
| Zhu Pengyu | China PR | 21 | Defender | 165 | 44 |
| Liu Weiguo | China PR | 34 | Goalkeeper | 198 | 90 |
| Sun Kangbo | n/a | Defender | n/a | n/a | |
| Torstein Bjartarson Østergaard | Faroe Islands | 27 | Defender | n/a | n/a |
| Yan Yihan | China PR | 20 | Midfielder | 179 | 69 |
Henan Jianye vs Dalian Zhixing match odds
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