At the pre-match press conference for the three key matchups in the 5th round of the 2021 Chinese Super League (Guangzhou Division) at 2:00 noon on May 13, the head coaches and player representatives of the six Chinese Super League teams took the stage one by one to elaborate on their respective teams' preparations for the tournament.
Shenzhen vs Shandong Taishan
Shenzhen head coach Cruyff:
We'll be facing our best and leading opponents, who have been very solid and have only conceded one goal so far. Of course, we are eager and motivated for this game. We want to play well, be fully prepared for the battle and meet the challenge with a positive mindset.
Shenzhen player Gao Lin:
After a few days of rest and recuperation, every player is fully prepared. In tomorrow's game, we are looking forward to an exciting battle with our powerful opponents, and every player will give their best.
Shandong Taishan head coach Hao Wei:
In the last game before the preparation for the Top 40, we made some personnel changes and the lack of personnel will undoubtedly have an impact on the game. But we always take the national interest as our priority and give our full support. Facing the strong Shenzhen team, we will make targeted deployments, focusing on the defense of foreign aid, and make every effort to get a good result.
Shandong Taishan player Ji Xiang:
We prepared for this game for a whole week. Under the guidance of the coaching staff, we had targeted training. I had a lot of support in the first 4 games and now that I am close to 100% fit, I will give my all in the 5th game. The players will fight for the success of each game and wherever I play, I will give my best and hopefully contribute to the team as well.
Guangzhou City vs. Cangzhou Lions
Canton City head coach Van Garst:
Despite losing the last game, we were not discouraged. The team was slow in the last game and didn't find their form until the second half. The loss was not the responsibility of individuals, it was a problem with our defense as a whole. We will make improvements on the defensive side and may adjust the starting lineup. As the foreigners are getting better and better, they need to compete with the domestic players for the starting positions. I am very satisfied with the domestic players, which also shows that we have a good atmosphere in the team, and will decide the starting lineup for tomorrow based on today's training session.
Guangzhou City player Wen Yasen:
As the coach said, one loss will not hinder us, we are still training according to the set program and hope to play at a high level in this game.
Canyon Lions head coach Goodby:
We have recovered mentally and physically after the last tough game and the players were positive on the field. We will try to meet the next challenge. We will once again face a home team, a strong team, which is a tough task. We hope to finish the first 5 rounds with an inspiring victory.
Cangzhou Lions player Suzu:
This is a game that we have prepared for both physically and mentally, and we hope to achieve a positive result.
Qingdao vs Chongqing Two Rivers Athletics
Qingdao head coach Wu Jingui:
We know Chongqing Two Rivers Athletic is facing some difficulties, but every player is fighting for honor. We will also do our best to play this game. I returned to the tournament the day before yesterday and I have no more physical problems. In the future, I have to change the habit of staying up late to work. This is the last game before preparing for the Top 40, and all of our staff will do their best. We will face this game with a level head. I came back and realized that many people are very concerned about my health, thank you all.
Qingdao player Vukovic:
For this game, we are ready and will fight for the three points. I am glad that the head coach returned to the team in time and we will reward him with our performance on the field. We have fully analyzed Chongqing Liangjiang Athletic, which is a very important detail.
Chongqing Liangjiang Athletic head coach Zhang Wailong:
The day after tomorrow is the 5th match and for the first 5 rounds we have set our goals and prepared accordingly. Many thanks to the players for their efforts under difficult circumstances. They set an example for the fans and for the youth players. They overcame a lot of difficulties and as a head coach, I am very grateful to my players.
Chongqing Liangjiang Athletic player Wu Qing:
The players will mainly focus on physical recovery in the past two days, and will then prepare themselves physically, technically and tactically in all aspects. We have achieved good results in the past two matches under difficult circumstances, and as a veteran player, I am very proud to work together with my teammates. Each of us came here to realize our soccer dreams, and we are very proud of this team and this city's fighting spirit. We will carry forward the unique Chongqing spirit of the team, play well and hope to achieve good results.
