Choi Kang-hee's choices in terms of hiring, especially neglecting young players and over-reliance on veterans, have been one of the main reasons for Taishan's recent poor performance. His insistence on using Liu Shibo even after Wang Dalei's injury has caused dissatisfaction among many Taishan fans.
Young goalkeeper Yu Jinyong, who has great potential in Taishan's first team, doesn't seem to be getting the opportunities he deserves, which is disappointing to many fans. Liu Shibo has gained a lot of experience in the Chinese Super League, but as a 27-year-old player, his skills and abilities can no longer be improved.
In contrast, while Kim Yong may risk conceding goals when he comes on, it is for the long-term development of the goalkeeper position for the Taishan team. Choosing young players may come with some short-term risks, but in the long run, it's a necessary part of every team's development.
Taishan's recent poor performance has raised concerns about Choi Kang-hee's contract with the club. A well-known Taishan fan blogger said that the contracts of Chinese Super League coaches usually include a clause that terminates the contract after seven consecutive rounds without a win, but the specifics will depend on the decision of the club's top management. Choi Kang-hee led Taishan out of the doldrums last year and finished second in the league, so the club has great trust in him and should not dismiss him easily.
It can be clearly seen that Taishan club is very supportive of Cui Kangxi. However, as a manager of a Chinese Super League team, Cui Kangxi should understand that soccer is a team sport that requires constant adaptation and adjustment. In terms of hiring strategy, Cui Kangxi should be more open and flexible, giving more opportunities to young players. Only in this way can the team develop more healthily.
Another thing to note is that Taishan drew with Changchun Yatai in their last match, which was their 3rd draw in the last 4 rounds. Currently, Taishan has only 30 points, 12 points behind league leader Shanghai Harbor. The prospect of winning the title this season is becoming slimmer and slimmer.
