However, as the former director of the Liaoning Sports Bureau, Song Kai openly stated that he is a Taishan fan, which can be interpreted as him indirectly signaling to Shandong fans that the FA and Taishan are a family. This way, if Shandong Taishan are treated unfairly in a match, Shandong fans will not point their fingers at Song Kai. This is because Song Kai has already said that he is a Luneng fan and that the Chinese Super League referees are not under his control.
Of course, Song Kai's public claim to be a Luneng fan could also have a negative impact on Shandong Taishan. In today's domestic soccer, any trouble could be exploited by opponents, which could lead to public opinion being biased against Shandong Taishan, or even being treated unfairly in matches. In this case, the FA is unlikely to make a decision more favorable to Shandong Taishan.
So don't be surprised if Shandong Taishan doesn't win the league title in the next four years. Because Song Kai openly expressed his support for Luneng doesn't mean that Shandong Taishan will definitely win the title. You should know that Chen Xuyuan has been the chairman of the FA for 4 years and Shanghai Harbor has never won the title.
Therefore, Song Kai claiming to be a Luneng fan won't do Taishan much good. This scene can only lead to more challenges for Taishan in the future, not only from their opponents but also from outside opinion, right?
