China vs Thailand prediction: team news, lineups, expert analysis
Friendly International
On June 9, 2026, a friendly match between the national teams of China and Thailand will take place. Each side is eager to find success against its neighbor.
China vs Thailand: Team News and Expert Analysis
Once again, China did not qualify for the World Cup. They played in the decisive round of qualification but managed only nine points in ten matches—only Bahrain had fewer. Their friendly results have also been mixed, alternating victories with setbacks. Most recently, they secured a 2-1 away win over Singapore.
Thailand, as usual, exited World Cup qualification early. However, they performed well at the ASEAN Championship, losing only to Vietnam in January. Currently, they are mostly winning their Asian Cup qualification matches. In their latest friendly against Kuwait, though, they settled for a 2-2 draw.
Shao Jiayi’s team averages 0.6 goals scored per match while conceding 1.2. Their opponents currently average 2.5 goals scored and 0.9 conceded per match.
Previous Matches: China vs Thailand
China has won four of the last six meetings, suffering just one defeat. The most recent encounter, two years ago, ended in a draw.
The hosts are considered favorites. However, the visitors also have their strengths—so a neutral bet on "total over 2.0 goals" (odds – 1.65) is recommended.
China vs Thailand: Key Statistics and Trends
- China has won three of their last five matches
- 10% of China’s matches end with goals from both teams and the average total goals per match is 1.8
- Thailand has won nine of their last twelve matches
- 50% of Thailand’s matches end with goals from both teams and the average total goals per match is 3.4
China vs Thailand: Probable Starting Lineups
China plays in a 1-4-2-3-1 formation (probable lineup): Li Hao – Zhu Chenjie, Pengfei, Xi Yang, Weizhe – Serginho, Jiahui – Yudong, Wenneng, Shihao – Yuning
Thailand plays in a 1-4-2-3-1 formation (probable lineup): Khammay – Berrirat, Bir, Sairia, Chulthong – Yuyen, Kaman – Yodsangwal, Ratri, Sariphim – Poeiphimai
Place your bets on the upcoming match and follow your team's position in the national teams’ friendly match standings.
