Cao Jie missed training and warm-ups, and as a senior member of the team, her absence seems to signal some sort of change of fortune. Meanwhile, the national soccer team's defeat has called the status of the Chinese Super League into question, and the league's false prosperity this year is cause for deeper reflection. Nonetheless, Shenhua's double-header rivalry with Seaport remains fierce, with Wu Lei's performance in the national soccer team not improved by Oscar's absence, and Shenhua's backline lacking solidity due to the lack of Amadou's interceptions in the midfield.
When the foreigners will be assembled into an army could be the key to Shenhua's ability to win at least one title this season. Malelai's serious injury has put the team out of regular training, and the match against Zhejiang is only a week away. If Malalele fails to recover, Shenhua may be able to get away with it. Zhejiang beat Chengdu Rongcheng 3-2 in a warm-up match, but both sides' star players were involved in the game, with Wei Shihao's goal proving to be the difference. After the success of the stock reform, Zhejiang's fighting strength should not be underestimated, and their level can even be comparable to the top three teams. With no one available, fringe player Eddie got his chance, and he has to play alongside Jin Shunkai in the intensive schedule ahead. Slutsky's hiring strategy was once solid, but now the problems are becoming apparent. When it comes to making changes to the squad, many players lack the chance to play, and the manager has to weigh up the players' match fitness and experience. the title will be decided in September after a five-game thriller between Port and Shenhua. Shenhua are at a physical disadvantage, while Port have a full squad of foreigners and more internationals than Shenhua in their starting lineup. After the break, the first game of the Chinese Super League will be full of variables, and Port's athleticism is expected to be at its peak.
