Chengdu Better City vs Henan Jianye Prediction - 9th May 2026

Chengdu Better City enters this Super League fixture sitting firmly at the top of the standings with 28 points from 10 matches, maintaining an unbeaten record of 9 wins and 1 draw. Their home fortress is impregnable, boasting a perfect 100% win rate across their last 5 home games. In these fixtures, Chengdu has demonstrated clinical efficiency, averaging 3.40 goals scored while conceding a mere 0.60. Their dominance is reflected in their possession stats, controlling 60.4% of the ball at home and generating 18.00 shots per match, 7.40 of which find the target. Recent home victories include convincing wins against Hangzhou Greentown (4-0), Yunnan Yukun (2-1), Qingdao Youth Island (5-1), Qingdao Jonoon (1-0), and Sichuan Jiuniu (5-1), showcasing consistent goal production. Henan Jianye, meanwhile, languishes in 14th place with just 6 points. Their away form is particularly concerning, with a win rate of only 20% in their last 5 road outings. On the road, Henan averages a modest 0.80 goals scored and concedes 1.00 goals per game. Their attacking output is stifled away from home, managing just 8.60 shots per away match with only 2.60 on target. Recent away results highlight this struggle, featuring a 1-1 draw with Chongqing Tongliang Long, a 2-1 loss to Dalian Zhixing, a 0-1 defeat to Shandong Luneng, a 1-0 loss to Qingdao Jonoon, and a 2-1 win over SHANGHAI SIPG. The head-to-head history is evenly split at 3 wins each and 3 draws over 9 meetings, but current form and statistical profiles point decisively toward the home side. Chengdu's goal expectancy at home stands at 2.20, while Henan's away expectancy is a low 0.70. The betting market offers Chengdu at 1.53, implying a 65.3% probability. Given Chengdu's flawless home record and Henan's road vulnerabilities, the true likelihood of a home victory exceeds 75%, delivering a solid mathematical edge. Key Points: - Chengdu Better City dominates at home with a 100% win rate and averages 3.40 goals per game. - Henan Jianye struggles on the road, winning just 1 of 5 away matches and averaging only 0.80 goals scored. - Goal expectancy heavily favors the home side (2.20 vs 0.70), supported by Chengdu's superior shot volume and possession. - The home win at 1.53 provides clear value given the stark contrast in form and league position. With Chengdu's relentless home attack and Henan's fragile road defense, the home win at 1.53 offers strong value and meets our confidence threshold. I recommend backing Chengdu Better City to secure the three points.