Hu Hu Huotao returned to the team with his right leg wrapped in a bandage and his auxiliary shoe clinging to his right foot. According to Chengdu Rongcheng Football Club reporter Lu Mi, Hu suffered ligament damage and is expected to be out for three weeks. The situation caused him to miss three consecutive matches against Zhejiang, Changchun Yatai and Shenzhen Xinpengcheng. Hu is expected to return to action on August 17 against Shandong Taishan.
For Chengdu Rongcheng, Hu Huotao's long layoff is a heavy blow. Recently, Hu has become an indispensable mainstay of the team, contributing a goal and an assist in nine games. On the sidelines, the 20-year-old youngster has repeatedly topped the "Chinese Super League Runner List" Top 5 with his excellent speed and stamina.
Hu Hu Huotao not only dominates in speed, but his individual skills are also excellent, often creating surprises on the side road and becoming a deadly threat on the side road of Rongcheng. During Hu's injury, the team will be counting on veteran Tang Miao to play. Fortunately, Hu's recovery period will not be too long, and he will have a chance to participate in the key match with Shandong Taishan and the quarter-final of the FA Cup.
What's more, Hu Huotao has been a key player in the eyes of Ivan's coaching staff for the upcoming National Football Team 18 tournament in September. He has two more games to get in shape before national team training opens. If he can overcome his injuries and continue to stay strong, Hu Huotao's name will undoubtedly have a place in the next training list of the national soccer team.
