At 14:00 on May 13, the three matches of the fifth round of the 2021 Chinese Super League (Guangzhou Division) were about to be unveiled, and a grand pre-match press conference kicked off amidst the eager anticipation of the fans. Six Chinese Super League coaches and player representatives appeared one by one, expressing their views and elaborating on the team's preparation for the match.
Focus Match: Shenzhen vs Shandong Taishan
Shenzhen head coach Cruyff:
Shandong Taishan is a strong team, leading in points, with a solid performance and only one goal conceded so far. We are eager for this match, with high morale and determination to play at a high level, be well prepared, keep a positive mindset and go all out to meet the challenge.
Shenzhen player Gao Lin:
After a few days of rest, every player is well prepared. In tomorrow's match, we are looking forward to an exciting battle with our powerful opponents, and every team member will give their best to the game.
Shandong Taishan head coach Hao Wei:
We have one last game before the National Football League Top 40, the team has made appropriate adjustments, the lack of personnel will undoubtedly have an impact on the game, but we always take the interests of the country as a priority, full support. Shenzhen team strength is not bad, the level of foreign aid is also very high, we will be targeted deployment, focusing on the defense of foreign aid, do our best to play this game.
Shandong Taishan player Ji Xiang:
We prepared for a week for this tournament. Under the guidance of the coaching staff, we had targeted training. The coaching staff gave me a lot of help in the first four matches and now that I'm back to near full fitness, I'll give it my all in the fifth match. The players will fight for the success of each game, and wherever I play, I will give my best and hope to contribute to the team as well.
Another highlight matchup: Guangzhou City vs. Cangzhou Lions
Canton City head coach Van Garst:
Despite the last loss, we were not discouraged. The team was slow in the last game and didn't find their form until the second half. The goal was not the responsibility of individuals, it was a problem with the defense as a whole, and we will work on it. We may also change the starting lineup, as the foreigners are getting better and better, they need to compete with the domestic players for the starting positions. I am very satisfied with the domestic players, which also shows that we have a good atmosphere in the team, and will decide tomorrow's starting lineup based on today's training session.
Guangzhou City player Wen Yasen:
As the coach said, one loss will not stop us, we are still training according to the established program and hope to play at a high level in this game.
Canyon Lions head coach Goodby:
We have recovered both mentally and physically from the last match, and with the players fighting hard on the field, we will try to meet the challenges ahead. It's a tough task to face a strong team at home again, and we hope to finish the first five rounds with an inspiring win.
Cangzhou Lions player Suzu:
It's a game that we are well prepared for both physically and mentally and we hope to achieve a positive result.
Finale: Qingdao vs Chongqing Two Rivers Athletics
Qingdao head coach Wu Jingui:
We are well aware that Chongqing Two Rivers Athletic is facing some difficulties, but every one of them is fighting for the honor, and we will do our best to play this game. I returned to the tournament the day before yesterday, my body has recovered, and I will correct my habit of working late at night in the future. This is the last game for the team before the National Football League Top 40, all the staff will devote themselves to this game and we will keep a calm mind to meet the challenge. After I came back, I found that everyone is very concerned about my health, thank you all.
Qingdao player Vukovic:
We are ready for this game and will do our best to get the three points. I am glad that the head coach returned to the team in time and we will reward him with our performance on the pitch. We have fully analyzed Chongqing Liangjiang Athletic, which is a very important detail.
Chongqing Liangjiang Athletic head coach Zhang Wailong:
The day after tomorrow is the fifth match, and for the first five rounds we have set goals and are well prepared. Many thanks to the players for their efforts under difficult circumstances. They set an example for the fans and for the youth players. They overcame a lot of difficulties and as a head coach, I am very grateful to my players.
Chongqing Liangjiang Athletic player Wu Qing:
In the past two days, we have been focusing on physical recovery, and we will prepare ourselves physically, technically and tactically in all aspects. In the past two matches, we have achieved good results under difficult circumstances, and as a veteran player, I feel very proud to work together with my teammates. We all came here to realize our soccer dreams, and we are very proud of this team and this city's spirit of struggle. We will carry forward the unique Chongqing spirit of the team, play well and hope to achieve good results.
