"Looking to reclaim their spot at the top of the Super League table, Kevin Muscat's men are pencilled in as a standout contender to defend their domestic crown this year. In fact, the Red Dragons have suffered just a single Super League defeat from any of their previous 14 consecutive appearances - a run that stems all the way back to May 1st. Although the Chinese heavyweights might have shown some extended defensive issues this season, they will be smelling a real opportunity this weekend."
"As for the visitors, although Yunnan Yukun might have gained a string of plaudits after making their Super League return this season, John Andersen's side struggled to find any real stability prior to September's fortnight break. Watching their FA Cup adventure come to a thumping end on August 20th as they fell to a 7-0 drumming away at Beijing Guoan, the former Hong Kong boss has seen his squad muster just a single win from any of their previous six appearances across all competitions."
Shanghai Port can move to the top of the Super League with a win. The team suffered a 4-1 loss at Chengdu Rongcheng and needs an immediate response. Kevin Muscat's side have lost only once in their last 14 Super League appearances and remain strong title contenders despite defensive issues this season. Shanghai beat Yunnan Yukun 3-2 on April 25 and will look to make a statement. Yunnan Yukun have struggled for consistency since returning to the Super League. John Andersen's squad recorded just one win in six recent matches and conceded heavy defeats, including 7-0 and multiple 5-1 losses. Defensive frailties leave Yunnan vulnerable to another heavy defeat.
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