Before Shandong Taishan's away match against Qingdao West Coast in the AFC Cup, head coach Cui Kangxi and player Liu Yang's speeches showed the team's current state of preparation, the importance of the game, and plans for future development.
Preparation for war
Choi Kang-hee directly pointed out the biggest problem that the team is currently facing - injuries, especially in the defense line, which is undoubtedly a huge challenge for the team's formation. However, he also made it clear that despite the difficulties, the team will still go all out and utilize all available resources in order to play at the best level in the game. Liu Yang, on the other hand, expressed his expectation for the away game and his awareness of the importance of the game, showing the positive attitude and determination of the players.
AFC Cup Goals
Choi Kang-hee was cautious when talking about the team's goals, emphasizing the team's current predicament but also stating that under the cup system, the team will fight hard to win no matter who the opponent is, hoping to go farther. This realistic and combative attitude will undoubtedly motivate the team to fight even harder in the matches.
rotation of newcomers
Choi Kang-hee also mentioned the issue of team rotation and the use of newcomers. He said that since the team is currently in a state of fatigue, there is a need for proper rotation to ensure the players' fitness and athleticism. At the same time, he also mentioned that he would decide on the playing lineup based on the training situation, which shows his flexibility and scientificity in the use of personnel. Choi Kang-hee also attaches great importance to the development of young players, mentioning that he enrolled 17-year-olds in the first-team squad for the team's future development, which will help the young players to get more opportunities to play and exercise, laying the foundation for the team's long-term development.
