Looking at the whole match, Dalian undoubtedly had the upper hand. The excellent performance of the players, their precise control of the pace of the game, and their high percentage of ball possession, all demonstrated their strength. Especially in the use of technology and teamwork, Dalian was outstanding. Sonev's long-distance shots and key assists, and Shang Yin's steady scoring are undoubtedly the best proof of the team's strength.
Yanbian Longding, a strong team in the Central League, showed a unique style of play despite their lack of strength compared to the Chinese Super League giants Dalian. They posed a challenge to Dalian on the offensive side of the ball, although they still need to improve on the details of their play. By competing with the Chinese Super League teams, they gained a valuable opportunity to exercise, at least in their minds, the gap between them and the top teams.
Huang Qiang provides an in-depth analysis of the sports world, pointing out that Dalian has had a rather bumpy road this year. Not only have they suffered heavy fines from FIFA and been unable to bring in new recruits, but the departures of key players have also had an impact on the team. The team's performance in the Chinese Super League has not been satisfactory, and if these problems are not solved, relegation may become their top priority. In the AFC Cup, they beat Yanbian Longding by a landslide, which is certainly a strong proof of their strength. However, despite the fact that they were able to beat the Central League side with ease, it seems unrealistic to put too much effort into this match. Dalian gained confidence from this game, but some questioned whether they were able to overcome a strong Yanbian Longding team by luck.
