Tournament Quick Facts
Stay tuned for the soccer event on July 16, when Dalianers will battle Changchun Yatai at the Barracuda Bay Football Stadium in Dalian. The skies are expected to be cloudy with temperatures ranging between 28°C and 21°C on the day. The match will be brought to you live by Tencent Sports.
Review of the encounter
Looking back at the past meetings between the two teams, a total of 13 matches, Dalian people 3 wins, 4 draws and 6 losses, a slight underdog. In the last five meetings, Dalian people have not beaten Changchun Yatai. The last time they beat their rivals was in the 2018 season at a crucial moment of relegation. In the first round of this season, Dalian People suffered a reversal in the closing stages. In this campaign, the team is eager to clear the gloom and get the win.
pre-game roundup
Dalian will face Changchun Yatai at the Barracuda Bay Football Stadium in Dalian. After five consecutive draws, the team is in desperate need of a win to escape the relegation pressure. With a tight schedule, the team has only two days to adjust, which is a severe test for the players' fitness. As for the lineup, center back Wang Xianjun is suspended for a red card, while Laureus is back from suspension, and other players are in stable condition.
Release Focus
In the pre-match press conference, coach Xie Hui said Changchun Yatai was strong and hoped the team could usher in its first win in the Chinese Super League in Barracuda Bay. Lv Zhuo Yi, a member of the team, also said that the team is actively preparing for the match and is looking forward to bringing a victory to the fans in front of their home.
Opponent's recent history
Changchun Yatai scored a whopping 30 goals in the first 16 rounds of matches, making it the team with the most firepower in the Chinese Super League. However, the team's defense end has hidden problems, with 29 goals temporarily ranked second. In the summer transfer window, the team lost striker Lennardo and brought in Serbian international Lukic, the strength of the player remains to be seen. In addition, the core of the offense, Serginho, is absent due to injury, which may be a good news for Dalian.
starting lineup
Goalkeeper: Wu Wei; Defenders: He Yupeng, Lauress, Huang Jiahui, Wang Zhenao; Midfielders: Lu Peng, Wang Yu, Tesonev; Forwards: Lin Liangming, Manzocchi, Mamba.
