After an in-depth analysis, we reveal the conditions for Shandong Taishan's road to promotion. First of all, they have to beat their opponents in this second-leg match in the next 90 minutes, and then keep the lead in overtime. For their opponents, all they need to do is score in the second leg to secure their place in the last eight.
Especially in a situation where there is no way back, Shandong Taishan will be able to play with a more relaxed mindset. In the context of Chinese soccer, which has yet to develop the rule that a draw is enough to win the game, this may have a surprisingly positive effect. As the only team in the Chinese Super League, Shandong Taishan has high expectations from their fans. A comeback in the second round would be a great boost to the morale of Chinese soccer.
For Chinese soccer, apart from the heroic performance of the national team, the performance of Chinese Super League teams in the AFC Champions League is also one of the focuses of fans' attention. Especially in recent years, the performance of Chinese Super League teams in the AFC Champions League has not been satisfactory, even affecting the qualification of the Chinese Super League. If the Shandong Taishan team succeeds in making it to the top eight this season, it will undoubtedly be the beginning of the revitalization of Chinese soccer.
