The 2013 Shanghai Shenhua season was Shanghai Shenhua's 10th season in the Chinese Super League and 51st overall in the Chinese top flight.

They also competed in the Chinese FA Cup losing in the third round.

[1] Note: Flags indicate national team as defined under FIFA eligibility rules; some limited exceptions apply.

Players may hold more than one non-FIFA nationality.

Note: Flags indicate national team as defined under FIFA eligibility rules; some limited exceptions apply.