Battle in full swing: Zhejiang Changchun Yatai vs.
Yatai shook hands with Henan 0-0 in the finale, successfully accomplishing the mission of relegation. Following the 1-8 loss to Guoan, they shut out their opponents for two consecutive games, which shows that Xie Hui's adjustments to the defensive end of the game have been effective. However, with the suspension of foreign center back Rossic and the absence of starter Zhang Yufeng, the task of shutting out their opponents will require a different approach. Recently, the rumors about the team's core Sergio naturalized Guoan are buzzing, whether he can offer fans a perfect curtain call in the last game at home is highly anticipated. Zhejiang drew 3-3 on the road against Shandong Taishan in the last round, with no relegation pressure on either team, and the game was played quite openly. Zhejiang's foreign aid Leonardo was suspended due to yellow card, and the strength of their offense was damaged. Meanwhile, they will usher in the key battle for the second tier of the AFC Champions League next week, and Jordy may keep his main force against Yatai. It's worth mentioning that Zhejiang's away record is terrible, with only 3 wins, 1 draw and 10 losses in 14 matches, and only three town wins in the last 10 away matches. It's not easy for Zhejiang to play away from home.
Spotlight Match: Shanghai Shenhua vs Chengdu Rongcheng
Originally, this matchup was going to be the key battle to decide the title, and Chengdu Rongcheng was going to be the judge of the title. However, the situation has suddenly changed and the attention between Chengdu and Shenhua has decreased. Chengdu Rongcheng drew 1-1 with West Coast in the last round, and the team basically locked up a place in the AFC Elite League playoffs. It was also Chengdu's first time to enter the Asian competition, and morale was boosted. Although the ranking has been finalized, Chengdu is likely to send their main players to the game. In the first round of the tournament, the two teams were tied 1-1, with Chengdu causing Shenhua a lot of trouble. This time, they will return home, naturally aiming for all three points. The only way for Shenhua to focus on the outcome of the port game is to win on the road. Slutsky will not rotate his squad for the AFC Champions League in the middle of next week, and the Shenhua players will be working hard for their title hopes. The playing field is feared to be exceptionally tight. We can see the level of importance from Shenhua's trip to Chengdu. Even Manafa, who has been injured for 3 months, is on the roster. He will have to give his all if he wants to win.
Battle for survival: Cangzhou Qingdao Manatees vs. Lions
This matchup is undoubtedly one of the most watched matches in the final round. Qingdao Hainiu lost 0-1 to Jinmen Tigers in the final round and are in the bottom three of the table with 7 wins, 5 draws and 17 losses, having scored 27 goals and conceded 55. They can only succeed in relegation if they win three points. In the team's favor, Manatee returns home after 77 days to finish the last game of the season. If they can finish the relegation task at home, it will be the best return for the fans. But the problem is that the team's 27 goals are the least in the Chinese Super League. Only by solving how to score goals can they score. Cangzhou Lions lost 0-1 to Shanghai Harbor in the last round and ranked 11th in the table with 7 wins, 8 draws and 14 losses entering 33 goals and conceding 56 goals, only 3 points ahead of the relegation zone. Do not rule out extreme circumstances leading to relegation (Cangzhou, Hainiu, new Pengcheng the same accumulation of 29 goals, new Pengcheng goal difference is higher than Cangzhou). Therefore, Li Xiaopeng led the team's away goal is also to grab points. Only by getting points can they ensure successful relegation.
Battle in full swing: Meizhou Hakka vs Shandong Taishan
Taishan drew 3-3 with Zhejiang in the last round and the ranking has been set. The team will have a certain degree of rotation as they will have a key battle in the AFC Elite League in the middle of next week. Zeca is gradually finding his way back into the game, and will continue to start after earning an assist in the last match. There is a high probability that the other two foreigners, Kressan and Kazaishvili, will come on as substitutes. If the three can produce timely chemistry, it will help Taishan's performance in the AFC Champions League. Meizhou Hakka beat Sanzhen 1-0 in the final round and ranked 13th in the table with 6 wins, 9 draws and 14 losses, entering 28 goals and conceding 53, just one point ahead of the relegation zone. Although they managed to escape from the relegation zone, Meizhou fans are afraid that their team is the most dangerous compared to Hainiu and Xinpengcheng, because the opponent is Shandong Taishan. If Meizhou doesn't win in this match, they have some chances to be overtaken and relegated by their opponents.
Spotlight Matchup: Tianjin Shanghai Harbor vs Menghu
This is the most important match of the round and will decide the final champion. Shanghai Port beat Cangzhou Lions 1-0 in the last round, while city rivals Shenhua drew. Shanghai Port is lucky to be back on top of the table again, with one point separating the two teams. As long as Muscat's men win this game, they will be crowned Super League champions again. The question is whether Harbor can win the game. This season, they have dropped the ball more than once. Of course, the team's coaching staff always cools down the players and calms them down before the game. Remember to get too excited and focus on the game, which is the best way to win. In addition, Wu Lei's injury also affects the strength of Port's offense. Whether he can start or not will, to a certain extent, determine Port's opening tactics. Jinmen Tigers beat Sea Cow 1-0 in the last round, and the team has confirmed the sixth place in the league. There is no desire and no desire to play in this match. I'm afraid the players' fighting spirit and desire to win will be much lower than Harbour's, which will directly affect the team's performance on the pitch. In terms of overall strength, Tsimshatsui is bound to be weaker than Seaport, and in the record of meetings between the two teams in the Chinese Super League, Tsimshatsui has only won one game, so Tsimshatsui will probably be the backdrop for Seaport's title win.
Battle for survival: Nantong Zhiyun vs Shenzhen Xinpengcheng
New Pengcheng showed tenacity in the final round, drawing 2-2 away to Shenhua, not only preventing Shenhua from winning the title, but also gaining 1 key point for relegation. However, in the table, New Roc City is still deep in the relegation zone. If we don't look at this round of matches, New Pengcheng will be the most dangerous team. Even if they can beat Nantong Jiyun at home, they still need to see the results of the other two relegation battles to determine whether or not they are successful in relegation. Of course, Xinpengcheng's relegation hopes are not low. For one thing, it is extremely difficult for the Meizhou team to beat Taishan on the road, and for another, Nantong Zhiyun has already been relegated, and they won't be able to stubbornly resist Xinpeng.
Battle in full swing: Qingdao West Coast vs Wuhan Three Towns
Three Town have been relegated after a 0-1 defeat to Meizhou Hakka in the final round. Their position in the table remains almost unchanged. Recently, there are many negative rumors about the team, and I'm afraid it will disturb the players' preparation for the game. It was clear from the game that San Zhen had no intention to fight, and ending the season early was their truest goal. That's why Tri-Town is not as good as West Coast in terms of fighting. Besides, after selling their leading scorer Enrique, Tri-Town only scored 3 goals in 6 rounds of matches, so their offense is weak. It's not easy for fans to get 3 points thanks to this last game at home. West Coast drew 1-1 with Chengdu in the last round, and Shao led his team to take early relegation.
