August 31, 19:30 BST.
China Super League (soccer league)
A bye in the 12th round of the league.
Shanghai Shenhua (soccer team)
Defeated Shandong Taishan 2-1 at Jinzhou Stadium in Dalian. After the match, Shenhua manager Wu Jingui attended the press conference.
For this game, Wu Jingui commented: "First of all, thanks to the players on the field hard work, showing the spirit of Shenhua, Shanghai spirit. The players are clear before the game, this is a very tough game, in the case of more injuries, we are united in thinking, only pay to have results. So, every player went all out to execute the tactics. We also had a little bit of luck in the game, in the case of holding the opponent's attack, to keep the first half a goal behind, more favorable to us in the second half. The players did a good job in defense and collaboration on the field, and offensively we set up the speed of the defensive counterattack, which played very well, and Yu Hanchao and Wu Xi also seized the opportunity, which was not easy. Overall, everyone did a good job, thanks to the opponent to give everyone a wonderful game."
For the team's injury plague, Wu Jingui said: "I told the players, as long as the training efforts to pay, every player is needed, in the eyes of the coach they are the best, at any time the players need to maintain good condition. Despite our injuries, every player can play on the field. Every player is very useful in the tactical system."
Regarding the injuries of Cao Yunding and Basogo, Wu Jingui said, "Cao Yunding only started training with the team today, while Basogo still needs time to rest."
