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Pohang Steelers welcome Shanghai Port at Steelyard Stadium in the AFC Champions League Elite on Tuesday.
The Steelers were humiliated by Chinese side Shanghai Shenhua 4-1 on matchday one.Jorge Luiz put Pohang ahead in the 53rd minute before things went south.
The hosts, who are veterans of this competition, were eliminated in the Round of 16 last year. However, they currently sit outside the qualification zone with zero points.
Shanghai, meanwhile, were held at home to a 2-2 draw by Malaysian side Johor Darul Ta'zim in their campaign opener. The Chinese team were unable to make their home advantage count. They now face an uphill battle against Pohang, who are also looking for their first win in the group stage.
The Red Eagles failed to progress beyond the play-off round in their previous two appearances in the AFC Champions League. However, they have suffered only one loss in their last 32 games across competitions.
Pohang Steelers vs Shanghai Port Head-to-Head and Key Numbers
- Pohang have won thrice and lost twice in their last five home matches.
- The Steelers have suffered six defeats in their last 10 matches across competitions.
- Pohang have won the AFC Champions League thrice, in 1996–97, 1997–98 and 2009.
- Shanghai have won four times and lost once in their last five road outings.
- Pohang have won twice and lost thrice in their last five matches, while Shanghai have won four times and drawn once in the same period.
- Form Guide: Pohang – W-W-L-L-L; Shanghai – W-W-W-D-W
Pohang Steelers vs Shanghai Port Prediction
Pohang halted a three-game losing streak by winning twice in their last two matches. Shanghai, meanwhile, could drop off the qualification zone if they lose the upcoming meeting.
The Steelers are expected to prevail based on home advantage and superior quality.
Prediction: Pohang 2-1 Shanghai
Pohang Steelers vs Shanghai Port Betting Tips
Tip 1: Result – Pohang
Tip 2: Game to have over 2.5 goals – Yes
Tip 3: Pohang to score first – Yes
Tip 4: Shanghai to score - Yes
