Liu Yang's situation in Shandong Taishan team is worrying, for two consecutive seasons almost every game appearance, become the model of labor among domestic players. But recently he not only lost his starting left back seat in the national team, but also made frequent mistakes in the club. In the Zhejiang game, his reckless fouls directly led to the loss of the ball. Coach Choi Kang-hee has begun to explore new combinations in the backline, with Wu Xinghan's impressive performance at left back and Wang Tong's return to the field.
With the availability of foreign strikers, the use of local centers seems less urgent. Previously, due to Zeca's injury, Bi Jinhao got a lot of chances and scored 3 goals in all tournaments, which was a fair performance. But with Zeca's return and good form, Bi Jinhao gradually lost his starting position and may face the fate of leaving the team next year. Taishan has four more AFC Champions League matches to go this year, with a minimum target of qualifying from the group. After the interference of the league disappeared, Coach Choi Kang-hee can fully prepare for the AFC Champions League, even if he can only sit in the stands, he can also control the whole situation.
Peng Xinli scored a goal and Huang Zhengyu sent an assist, two midfielders are back in form, which is beneficial for the adjustment of the AFC Champions League lineup. Choi Kang-hee is extremely cautious in the use of personnel, Cressan due to injury has not yet recovered, the league stage will not start. Whether or not they can break through in the group stage of the AFC Champions League will have a direct bearing on head coach Choi Kang-hee's contract renewal prospects. Substitutes such as Zhao Jianfei, He Xiaoke, Jia Feifan and Liu Shibo are expected to get a chance to play in the final round against Meizhou Hakka to train the young players. Taishan has plenty of time to rest and recuperate in preparation for the away challenge against Pohang Ironmen. The tacit understanding of the foreign aid trident is gradually formed, and they are expected to create good results in the AFC Champions League.
