In the penultimate round of the Chinese Super League, Shandong Taishan and Shanghai Seaport drew 1-1, a draw that eliminated Taishan's chances of preventing Seaport from winning the title and essentially locking up the runners-up spot in the league this season (despite having one more round of games to go, Taishan has a three-point lead and a clear goal difference advantage).
Looking at this game alone, the Taishan team may still feel sorry. Whether it was the red and yellow cards on the field, or in the grasp of goal scoring chances, with a little adjustment, perhaps the game can be reversed.
But in terms of the whole season, Taishan is undoubtedly the most glamorous team in the Chinese Super League this season, with amazing performances, great luck, and a comeback that is an inspirational example without equal.
1. Which is the luckiest team?
Lucky teams don't just rely on luck; they are often teams that have marched on the road to success, experienced ups and downs, and ultimately prevailed. These teams may have had repeated fluky wins in key matches, or perhaps made a comeback at the last minute. Behind the luck, however, are the tireless efforts and sweat of the team members, who pursue excellence in their daily training and improve their strengths to cope with various challenges.
Every fan has his or her luckiest team in mind, depending on personal preferences and emotional attachments. For fans, the luckiest team brings joy and pride and touches their hearts, both in terms of on-field performance and team culture.
Therefore, there is no fixed answer for the luckiest team, every team has its own lucky moments and definitions. As long as it stirs joy and inspiration in the hearts of the fans, then that team is the lucky one in their hearts.
It was certainly a great fortune for Taishan to hold on to the end of the season and qualify for the AFC Champions League play-offs despite suffering crises in the first half of the season due to public pressure, personnel shortages and a shaky league position.
2. Most surprising team
The addition of Taishan's head coach Choi Kang-hee has been the key to the team's comeback. His extraordinary talent and leadership certainly proved the importance of a good coach to the team's success. Choi Kang-hee's arrival brought a clear tactical strategy to the team, enhanced team cohesion, and pushed the team in a pragmatic direction, resulting in the team's performance soaring.
3. Most successful cases of tactical transformation
Under the leadership of Choi Kang-hee, the Taishan team was able to form a brand new tactical style in a short period of time despite facing personnel changes, and achieved remarkable results in the game. This transformation was exemplary and even if they failed to win the championship, it proved their success.
