In the past F.A.C.A. Cup semi-final, Harbour Team demonstrated its powerful attacking ability by scoring six goals in two consecutive rounds of matches with a stroke of genius, through subtle forward pressing and quick counter-attacks after breaking the ball. However, facing the opponent's tight defense and high-quality counter-attack, how to effectively cut off the opponent's organization chain became the key for the Harbour Team. From the goals conceded against Tianjin Jinmen Tigers to the league defeat against Changchun Yatai, these problems were gradually exposed. In order to win the second phase of the league, Harbour will need to improve their defensive performance.
Tomorrow, the Seaport will have their last match before the league restarts at the Yuan Shen Sports Center against the powerful Beijing Guoan. Although Guoan currently has only one foreign player, the return of six local internationals, including Ji Zhongguo, Zhang Xunzhe, Zhang Yuning, Wang Gang, Li Lei, and Yu Dabao, will undoubtedly boost their fighting strength. The two teams met twice in the past season, with Seaports holding a slight advantage with one win and one draw. Despite the fact that the Seaports do not have as many foreigners as Guoan, their overall strength is more balanced, especially since Guoan just let go of Bakambu, a goal scorer who has reportedly been eyed by a club that is expected to make a run for the Super League.
After the match, the Harbour will depart for Guangzhou on Friday to prepare for the opening match of the second stage of the league against Shenzhen, where strong opponents such as Quintero and Caldecott will come to face them.
