In the intense game, the defense was rock solid and Jiang Guangtai's name shone in the hearts of the fans. This naturalized player not only with excellent defensive skills, but also with the key moments of calm response to resolve countless crises in the back of the defense, his every successful interception is like a hammer, breaking the hearts of the fans worried. Especially the successive successful defense against the "Asian No. 1" has aroused the fervor in the hearts of the spectators. Undoubtedly, Jiang Guangtai's performance is enough for him to be honored as the No.1 center back of the national soccer team, so his name must occupy a place in the 18th round of the World Cup.
Another player in the limelight was Bhairam Abdulweli, a young national Olympian who, with his raw talent, failed to win praise in Thailand, but won the world's attention with his one-two punch against South Korea. Despite not having many chances in the game, every touch of the ball showed his concise and efficient style of play. Facing the siege of South Korean players, he always remained calm and unperturbed. Although he is already a "veteran" in the national soccer team, his performance is not inferior to the young players. Zhu Chenjie, a young defender from Shanghai Shenhua, also built the national team's defense with his solid defensive performance alongside Jiang Guangtai. Against South Korea, his double center back pairing with Jiang Guangtai repeatedly intercepted each other's attacks, showing their usual defensive stability. Given Zhu Chenjie's reliable performances, coach Ivan is bound to continue trusting him in the WC18.
