Prediction for match Yunnan Yukun — Shandong Taishan

Match Analysis: Yunnan Yukun vs Shandong Taishan

On March 21, 2026, Yunnan Yukun will face Shandong Taishan in the Chinese Super League. According to the 1X2 odds, Shandong Taishan is favored to win with odds of 1.97, reflecting a 48.46% probability. The odds for a draw are 3.56 (26.81%), and for a Yunnan Yukun victory, they are 3.86 (24.73%). Thus, analysts expect Shandong Taishan to be closer to victory, although the percentage gap is not overwhelming. The betting line also includes extended totals and individual performance metrics, allowing for an analysis of the match in terms of productivity and activity of both teams.

Team Results and Statistics

In their last five matches, Yunnan Yukun has averaged 46.4% possession, 2.6 yellow cards, 11.6 fouls, and 1.8 offsides. Over the same period, Shandong Taishan has averaged 52.4% possession, 1.8 yellow cards, 14.4 fouls, and 2.4 offsides. Yunnan Yukun's last three results are: March 15, 2026 - Henan Jianye 2-1 Yunnan Yukun, March 7, 2026 - Yunnan Yukun 3-1 Qingdao Zhongnen, November 22, 2025 - Henan Jianye 1-1 Yunnan Yukun. Shandong Taishan's last three results are: March 14, 2026 - Shandong Taishan 2-1 Beijing Guoan, November 22, 2025 - Wuhan Three Towns 1-5 Shandong Taishan, November 1, 2025 - Shandong Taishan 2-1 Tianjin Jinmen Tiger. The last head-to-head match was on October 4, 2025, ending in a 1-1 draw.

How Many Goals to Expect?

In their last five matches, Yunnan Yukun has gone over 2.5 goals three times and stayed under twice. Shandong Taishan has seen all five of their matches go over 2.5 goals. By halves, Yunnan Yukun has gone over 1.5 goals in two of five first and second halves, while Shandong Taishan has gone over 1.5 goals in three of five first halves and four of five second halves. The average goals per match are 3 for Yunnan Yukun and 4 for Shandong Taishan. Yunnan Yukun scores an average of 2 goals and concedes 1, while Shandong Taishan scores 2.8 and concedes 1.2. Yunnan Yukun most frequently scores in the 0-15 minute interval (38%) and concedes between 46-60 minutes (43%). Shandong Taishan peaks in scoring between 46-60 minutes (44%) and most often concedes in the final 76-90 minutes (36%). Given these stats, both teams regularly participate in high-scoring matches, with Shandong Taishan particularly consistent in exceeding the 2.5 goal total. A bet on over 3.0 goals with odds of 1.56 appears to be the most logical choice.

Corner Totals Analysis

On average, Yunnan Yukun earns 4.6 corners per match, while Shandong Taishan earns 8. In a series of five games, both teams have seen the total exceed 9.5 corners three times. Among the available corner totals, the 12.5 line is closest to their combined average (12.6), but a line for over 11.5 corners is offered at 2.60, and under 11.5 at 1.30. Shandong Taishan is favored in corner outcomes with odds of 1.48. Based on the stats, an active game on the wings and a high frequency of crosses from Shandong Taishan can be expected, supported by their average of 8 corners per match. A bet on over 11.5 corners seems justified for this match.