In the penultimate round of the Chinese Super League (CSL), Shandong Taishan shook hands with Shanghai Seaports and settled for a 1-1 draw, a result that puts Shandong Taishan out of the running to prevent Shanghai Seaports from winning the title, and virtually locks up the runners-up spot in the league this season (despite the fact that there is still one more round left in the league, Shandong Taishan is three points ahead, with a goal difference of eight more).
But if we look at this game alone, the Taishan team may feel a tinge of regret. Whether it's the red and yellow cards on the field, or the chances seized on the offensive end, a slight improvement might have rewritten the ending of the game.
However, throughout the season, Taishan is undoubtedly the most impressive, fortunate, rebellious and inspirational team in the Chinese Super League, bar none.
1. which team is the luckiest?
Numerous teams have had their lucky moments, but the luckiest ones are often the ones that keep moving forward on the road to success. They may be the teams that have been running on the road to a title, or the teams that have experienced ups and downs and eventually succeeded. Then there are the teams that repeatedly squeak out wins when it counts, or the teams that make last minute comebacks.
However, luck is not just about luck. Lucky teams are often also those who have put in tremendous efforts and sweat. They pursue excellence in their daily training and constantly improve their strength to cope with various complicated situations so as to seize opportunities at critical moments.
For every fan, the luckiest team may vary depending on personal preference. In their minds, it is the team they support that is the luckiest. Whether it's on the field or in terms of team culture and fan interaction, the luckiest teams bring endless joy and pride to their fans.
Therefore, there is no absolute answer to the luckiest team. Every team has its own lucky moments and definitions, and "lucky" may have different interpretations for everyone. As long as it brings joy and inspiration to the fans, then it is the luckiest team for them.
Taishan suffered serious crises in the first half of the season before and after the tournament, such as public opinion questioning, personnel shortage and shaky league status! It was certainly extremely fortunate that the team was able to complete the entire season and qualify for the AFC Champions League play-offs!
2. Most Surprising Team
Taesan's supreme leader, head coach Choi Kang-hee, is the key figure in the team's successful comeback. His exceptional talent and outstanding performance undoubtedly demonstrated the important role of an outstanding coach to the team. The strength of an outstanding head coach cannot be doubted.
Choi Kang-hee's addition to the team gave Taishan a clear tactical strategy, enhanced team cohesion, and initiated a pragmatic direction for the team's development. Since then, Taishan's results have skyrocketed, almost climbing from the bottom of the league to the second place.
From this point of view, Shanghai Seaports has been quite lucky this season. If Cui Kangxi had come a few days earlier, the championship might have been unpredictable.
3. The most successful cases in tactical transformation
Before Choi Kang-hee joined the Taishan team, the team's playing style was already more mature. Despite the drastic change in personnel, the Taishan team showed a new tactical style in a short period of time and achieved good practical results in the game. This transformation can be considered a success!
So, despite failing to win the title, the T&T team has been successful!
