Tianjin Jinmen vs Liaoning Tieren prediction: expert analysis, possible lineups, July 12, 2026
Super League China
In the 18th round of the Chinese Super League on July 12, 2026, Tianjin Jinmen will face Liaoning Tieren. The visitors are clearly counting on picking up points here.
Tianjin Jinmen vs Liaoning Tieren: Team News and Expert Analysis
The Tianjin club finished sixth last season with 44 points but then received the maximum penalty of ten points deducted. They had a weak start overall, losing much more often than winning. However, in the last round, they secured a victory against Shenzhen Peng City.
The team from Shenyang won the First League in 2025. Their start in the top division was uncertain, but since late May they have been on a winning streak. In the summer, they lost to Shandong, but then managed to achieve a maximum result against Chongqing.
This season's outsider scores an average of 1.29 goals per match and concedes exactly as many. The newcomers are a bit more entertaining: scoring 1.41 goals per game but conceding 1.71.
Previous Matches: Tianjin Jinmen vs Liaoning Tieren
The clubs met for the first time in March, and Liaoning won convincingly at home, 3-0.
The hosts are seen as favorites here. However, considering how consistently strong the visitors are, we suggest betting on them not to lose away (odds – 1.60).
Tianjin Jinmen vs Liaoning Tieren: Key Stats and Trends
- Tianjin Jinmen have lost just one of their last four matches
- 59% of Tianjin's matches end with goals from both teams, with an average total of 2.59 goals per match
- Liaoning Tieren have won four out of their last five matches
- 53% of Liaoning's matches end with goals from both teams, with an average total of 3.12 goals per match
Tianjin Jinmen vs Liaoning Tieren: Probable Starting Lineups
Tianjin Jinmen play in a 1-5-4-1 formation (probable lineup): Yan Bingliang - Sun Ming Him, Ba Dun, Wang Xianjun, Aitor Cordoba, Yang Fan - Bruno Šadaš, Jaume Grau, Huang Jiahui, Alberto Quiles - Guilherme Schettine
Liaoning Tieren play in a 1-4-1-4-1 formation (probable lineup): Zhang Yan - Yuan Mincheng, Luis Ferreira, Chen Bingbin, Zang Yifeng - Li Tixiang - Jeffinho, Yan Dinghao, Kunimoto, Kwame - Kamboleke
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