AFC Champions League League Phase East - 7
Chengdu Better City 0 - 1 FT Buriram United
Match Statistics
Possession
Shots
Shots on Target
Expected Goals (xG)
Passes
Pass Accuracy
Corners
Fouls
Yellow Cards
Red Cards
Match Events
Goran Čaušić 18'
33' Lisheng Liao
Sandy Walsh 38'
Suphanat Mueanta 45'+1
45'+6 Pengfei Han
HT
50' Hetao Hu
Bissoli 50'
Neil Etheridge 57'
60' Rômulo
62' Shihao Wei
↓ S. Walsh ↑R. Sanchez 63'
65' ↓ Liao Lisheng ↑M. Yimingkari
65' ↓ Romulo ↑Wang Ziming
↓ S. Mueanta ↑K. Junker 72'
Rubén Sánchez 75'
81' Dongsheng Wang
82' ↓ Y. Li ↑E. Sorokin
82' ↓ Wang Dongsheng ↑K. Aizimaiti
Peter Žulj 90'
↓ G. Causic ↑T. Bunmathan 90'+3
FT
Player Cards
Our take on every player in this match
Chengdu Better City
Goalkeepers
Liu Dianzuo 
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
90
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Defenders
Wang Dongsheng
LATE SHIFT
8
Late Mins
8
Late Mins
82
Total Mins
82
Entry
Han Pengfei 
MAGNET
80
Activity
80
Activity
73
Passes
7
Duels
Y. Li
LATE SHIFT
8
Late Mins
8
Late Mins
82
Total Mins
82
Entry
H. Hu 
WALL
0
Dribbled Past
0
Dribbled Past
2
Tackles
36%
Duel Win %
Midfielders
Yang Ming-Yang
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
90
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Liao Lisheng
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
65
Total Mins
65
Entry
Wellington Silva 
PROVOCATEUR
4
Fouls Won
4
Fouls Won
8
Duels Won
0
Pens Won
Romulo
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
65
Total Mins
65
Entry
Wei Shihao 
ENFORCER
4
Tackles
4
Tackles
12
Duels Won
80%
Win %
Forwards
Felipe Silva
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
90
Total Mins
Started
Entry
BENCH
Ran Weifeng 
SPECTATOR
0
Saves
0
Saves
0
Conceded
0
Minutes
Peng Haochen
SPECTATOR
0
Saves
0
Saves
0
Conceded
0
Minutes
Y. Dong
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Yuan Mincheng
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
E. Sorokin
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
8
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Wang Yueheng
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Gan Chao
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Liao Rongxiang
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Li Moyu
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Wang Ziming
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
25
Total Mins
Started
Entry
M. Yimingkari
👻 Invisible Nothing to note
K. Aizimaiti
👻 Invisible Nothing to note
Buriram United
Goalkeepers
N. Etheridge
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
90
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Defenders
S. Walsh
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
63
Total Mins
63
Entry
Ko Myeong-Seok
WALL
0
Dribbled Past
0
Dribbled Past
2
Tackles
38%
Duel Win %
C. Good
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
90
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Edu Mancha 
STORMTROOPER
1
Shots
1
Shots
0
Goals
1
On Target
Midfielders
G. Causic 
NPC
89
Minutes
89
Minutes
22%
Pass Acc
6.3
Rating
K. Schindler
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
90
Total Mins
Started
Entry
R. Zulj
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
90
Total Mins
Started
Entry
P. Zulj
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
90
Total Mins
Started
Entry
S. Mueanta
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
72
Total Mins
72
Entry
Forwards
Bissoli 
FINISHER
1
Goals
1
Goals
4
Shots
7.3
Rating
BENCH
C. Bootprom
SPECTATOR
0
Saves
0
Saves
0
Conceded
0
Minutes
S. Haiprakon
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
P. Hemviboon
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
T. Bunmathan
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
1
Total Mins
Started
Entry
F. Stojkovic
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
P. Sukjitthammakul
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
R. Sanchez
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
27
Total Mins
Started
Entry
K. Junker
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
18
Total Mins
Started
Entry
League Standings
P: 7 GD: +8
P: 7 GD: +7
P: 7 GD: +4
P: 7 GD: +2
P: 7 GD: 0
P: 7 GD: +1
P: 7 GD: 0
P: 7 GD: -2
P: 7 GD: -2
P: 7 GD: -3
P: 7 GD: -6
League Standings
P: 8 GD: +8
P: 8 GD: +7
P: 8 GD: +4
P: 8 GD: +2
P: 8 GD: +2
P: 8 GD: +1
P: 8 GD: +1
P: 8 GD: -2
P: 8 GD: -2
P: 8 GD: -4
P: 8 GD: -8
Match previews and recaps to help you decide which games are worth watching
Buriram United Defy the Odds in Chengdu
Skip It Futmetrix Score: 18/100. Buriram United proved that efficiency trumps possession in a classic AFC Champions League smash-and-grab, securing a vital away win that leaves the hosts reeling.
The Frustration of Control
The match at the Chengdu Phoenix Hill Football Stadium followed a predictable yet frustrating pattern for the home supporters. Chengdu Better City controlled possession with 58%, moving the ball with a 79% pass accuracy, but they lacked the necessary incision to break down a compact defensive unit. An Intensity rating of 1.8 reflects a game that was often bogged down in the middle third, as the hosts struggled to convert their 423 passes into meaningful threats. While they managed to get into the opposition half frequently, they only registered a single shot on target the entire afternoon. The Stakes were high for a side looking to climb out of the bottom half of the table, yet the lack of a clinical edge in the final third became an insurmountable hurdle as the first half progressed.
The Set-Piece Siege
As the match shifted into the second half, the tactical Balance swung toward the visitors. Despite seeing less of the ball, Buriram United were far more dangerous when they did venture forward. A barrage of 14 total corners turned the match into a set-piece battle, with the Thai side earning nine of those opportunities. This constant pressure from dead-ball situations forced the Chengdu defense into 38 clearances, as they struggled to maintain their composure under aerial assault. The turning point arrived through this persistent set-piece pressure, allowing the visitors to capitalize on a lapse in concentration. This shift perfectly illustrated the Upset Factor of 6.0, as the 18% probability gap began to narrow in favor of the disciplined underdogs who stayed patient while the hosts grew increasingly desperate.
A Mountain to Climb
The final whistle confirmed a result that significantly impacts the morale of both clubs. For Chengdu Better City, this loss extends a dismal run of form (LDDDL) and leaves them languishing in 10th position with only one win from seven matches. Their inability to turn 58% possession into more than 0.33 xG is a glaring tactical issue for the manager to address. Conversely, Buriram United leave China with three points that propel them further up the standings, proving their resilience on the continental stage. They managed 11 total shots compared to Chengdu’s 8, despite having significantly less of the ball, underscoring a masterclass in counter-attacking football. As the AFC Champions League group stage intensifies, this result serves as a stark reminder that dominance on the pitch does not always translate to dominance on the scoreboard.
Key Questions
Who won the match between Chengdu and Buriram?
Buriram United won the match 1-0 away from home.
How did possession affect the outcome?
Chengdu controlled 58% possession but only managed one shot on target, whereas Buriram was more efficient.
What is the Futmetrix Score?
The Futmetrix Score is our 0-100 verdict on how entertaining a match is. We look at intensity, balance, stakes, and star quality to tell you if it's worth your time.
Survival Instincts at Phoenix Hill
Skip It Futmetrix Score: 44/100. A desperate Chengdu side must find a clinical edge to keep their continental playoff dreams alive against a disciplined Buriram outfit.
The Setup
On February 10, 2026, Chengdu Better City welcomes the Thai giants to the Chengdu Phoenix Hill Football Stadium in a match that carries the weight of a knockout tie. Currently sitting 10th in the East region, the hosts are languishing below the critical top-8 line needed to secure a place in the next phase. Their Form score of 3.6 highlights a side that has struggled for rhythm, winning only one of their last four home continental fixtures. Conversely, Buriram United occupies 5th place with 11 points, providing them with a Balance rating of 8.9 that suggests they are well-equipped to manage the pressure of away travel.
Key Battle
The tactical heart of this match lies in the battle between Chengdu's creative hub and the visitors' frontline. Rômulo and Chow Tim will be tasked with orchestrating the home side's possession, attempting to bypass a compact defensive block. They must be wary of the threat posed by Bissoli, whose ability to exploit transition moments could punish any over-extension by the Chinese backline. With a Stars rating of 1.7, this is less about individual brilliance and more about which unit can maintain discipline for the full 90 minutes.
Our Prediction
Despite Chengdu's status as the statistical favorite with a 46.3% win probability, their lack of momentum is concerning. Buriram is likely to cede possession and look to hit on the break through S. Mueanta. Expect a cagey affair where the Stakes of 4.0 lead to a risk-averse approach from both managers. We anticipate a 1-1 draw, a result that keeps Buriram on track but leaves Chengdu with a mountain to climb in the final rounds.