Super Bowl and New Season Outlook
Super Cup, the defending champion seaport suffered an unexpected setback, despite the introduction of Jeonbuk striker Gustavo and Brazilian back Ruiza, the strength of the lineup greatly increased, but the overall thickness of the international players to help the formation of the Chinese Super League is still the second, the road to the championship may be full of chance.
Seaport came close to flopping last season and will need to address the issues of new recruits adapting and playing consistently this season. Gustavo's form and Jussa's adaptability are key, as are Muscat's tactical adjustments if 33-year-old Wu Lei can remain competitive.
Taishan are seen as title favorites, with an impressive AFC Champions League comeback against Kawasaki. New signing Zeca is an injury doubt, but the strength of the replacements in Cressan and Pato should not be underestimated.
Shenhua and Guoan also have new lineups, with Shenhua bringing in Andre Luiz and Manafa, and Guoan bringing in Traore, aiming to bolster their defenses.
Chengdu's strength has increased with the introduction of Wei Shihao, but the depth of the title race still needs to be built up.
In terms of relegation, Cangzhou Lions and Nantong Zhiyun are facing challenges, with Cangzhou Lions affected by share reform and player turnover, and Nantong Zhiyun changing managers frequently.
Newcomers Shenzhen Xinpengcheng and Qingdao West Coast have improved their strength, but relegation is the main goal.
The problem of unpaid wages still exists, and the economic situation of Cangzhou Lions and Nantong Zhiyun is worrying.
The new season referee enforcement scale and the credibility of the Football Association is of great concern.
