Lumi reports that last season's "Water Drop" match between Chinese Super League (CSL) champions Wuhan Sanzhen and Jinmen Tigers was a tough one for both sides. There are only two teams left in the Chinese Super League that have won all their matches this season, and the Jinmen Tigers are one of them. With a crowd of 40,000 spectators at the home stadium "Water Drop" witnessing the strength of the Jinmen Tigers, it will not be easy for us to win. Not only do we have to deal with the pressure at home, but we also have to face the transformed Jinmen Tigers, who are no longer an opponent that can be taken lightly by any opponent.
Wuhan Sanzhen lost to Cangzhou Lions before challenging Tianjin Jinmen Tigers. Originally, this match was seen as an opportunity for Sanzhen to return to the top, but it unexpectedly flipped. The team's overall condition and will to fight were questioned, and the objective factors could not be ignored. Numerous players had consecutive fevers, which affected the team's play. If the undefeated team wants to turn things around, the first thing they need to do is to show a positive attitude.
Both sides fielded their strongest lineups, with Tsimshatsui striving to seize control of the ball in Wuhan. Barton missed the chance to make a difference in the opening half, and the Jinmen Tigers defense suffered one hole after another. Su Yuanjie's error on the wing, Xu Jiamin's cross, Andujar's mishit clearance and Edmilson's chance to take the lead in the opening five minutes.
Davidson did not start, Tri-Town's forward line relied on individual ability, and the Tsimshatsui Tigers played in a way that made passing difficult for the team. In the first half, Zimmen Tigers relied on aggressive interceptions in the midfield, quick counterattacks, and side breakthroughs to threaten Sanzhen. Sanzhen defense line is no different from the former Jinmen Tiger, after a number of confusion, Wang Qiuming 14th minute equalizer.
Both sides had exciting offenses, with Tri-Town's ground attack reinvigorated after Davidson's appearance. Although Jinmen Tigers were passive, their defense was tight and the threat of counter-attack was still there. San Zhen was playing on the road and had a strong desire to win. In the second half, the team adjusted the substitutions and tried to break Tsimshatsui's undefeated status, but it was not easy to break it.
Statistically, the teams were evenly matched. Tri-Town had 14 shots on goal in the second half, and the two teams totaled 26 shots, with only 7 on target. The pace of offense and defense was frequently changed and the game was extremely exciting, but the final score of 1-1 was slightly regrettable.
For Wuhan Three Town, who have been in poor form recently, it is vital to find confidence and overall team form. Despite the effects of injuries and suspensions, domestic players have proved themselves in other matches. The team needs to show the temperament of the defending champions and take every matchup seriously. In this game, Sanzhen showed improvement and a tough away win is exactly what fans expect to see.
Although the Jinmen Tigers regretted the home draw, they undoubtedly won the respect and attention of their opponents. The high execution of technical and tactical play made the opponents not dare to take every pass lightly. Despite the lack of absolute chances in the offense, the unity of offense and defense, with everyone playing with maximum energy, is the key to their undefeated status.
As the Chinese Super League (CSL) tournament progresses, there are only two undefeated teams left, Chengdu Rongcheng and Tianjin Jinmen Tigers. Chengdu Rongcheng broke their undefeated streak by defeating Shanghai Twins. In the next round, Tianjin Jinmen Tigers will face a huge challenge in Chengdu's Devil's Home Stadium. In the new round of preparation, the team needs to be ready for the away games.
