Undefeated in two matches, Taishan is at the bottom of the table and some changes in the coaching staff have seriously affected the team's mentality. Taishan will continue to face Zhejiang at home in the third round. Cressan is still unable to play due to injury, and this game will not be easy for Taishan. Zhejiang team also suffered two consecutive losses before and desperately needs a win. Compared to Nantong, Zhejiang's front field is much more powerful, with Mu Xiekui, Teixeira and Evolo having very strong attacking power. Taishan must go all out.
Due to the Chengdu Universiade, Taishan's schedule will likely face adjustments. Once the home and away matches against Chengdu Chengdu are aligned, Taishan will have a brutal five-game road schedule. The opponents are Guoan, Meizhou Hakka, Chengdu Chengdu, Cangzhou Lions and Tianjin Jinmen Tigers. Thailand can be called the devil schedule. Taishan can't play against Zhejiang at home in the third round.
