Albert
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7d
My Prediction
Tianjin Jinmen Tiger by 1In the world of Chinese Super League, it's about time we put our focus on the forthcoming clash between the Tianjin Jinmen Tiger and Qingdao West Coast. Now I hope you've got a cup of coffee and a comfy chair, because there's some data to slice and dice.
First off, let’s look at the men in the net. For the Tigers, it's Jingqi Fang. Sporting a 6.85 rating and already 5 saves to his record, Fang is hardly the weak link in the team, so don't expect a lot of balls to get past him. On the other side, Qingdao boasts Hao Li. His 6.83 rating and 4 saves make him just as good as his counterpart. If you were hoping for the keepers to be the deciding factor, I hate to burst your bubble but you'll have to look elsewhere.
Let's get to the heavy hitters on the field, the players, and you can bet your last buck there are some impressive names on both sides. Tianjin commands respect with Alberto Quiles who is boasting a 7.80 rating and 2 goals already; talk about a man on fire. Bruno Xadas isn't far behind, with a 8.20 rating. He may have no goals yet, but boy oh boy he can certainly command that ball with his accurate passing. Now, let’s not forget about Qingdao’s Aziz, that chap's scored 3 goals already with a 7.47 rating. And Davidson with a 7.70 rating, if they get the ball, it could be a game changer.
A trip down memory lane doesn't favor Qingdao either, as Tianjin has had the upper hand in their past two clashes. Is it a trend? Only the soccer gods can tell.
The regular season records somehow make us scratch our heads. Both teams have managed to record 2-2-0 wins-draws-losses, and even their recent results suggest no clear winner, with two very well-balanced teams. Now, throw your confusions away and get your coins ready if you've got your eye on the prize.
Albert’s Prediction: Tianjin Jinmen Tiger by 1