In this season's Chinese Super League (CSL), a crucial draw has decided the scales of victory. Shanghai, with the outstanding performances of Wu Lei and Oscar, finally lifted the Chinese Super League trophy, with the glory shining above the Bund and highlighting the success of their business strategy. For an up-and-coming team to win two CSL titles in the last seven years is not easy, especially in the fluctuating environment of Chinese soccer, and it is especially difficult to maintain the stability of the team's strength.
Meanwhile, the runner-up Shandong Taishan team's performance is also worthy of recognition. The addition of Korean coach Cui Kangxi has brought a new spirit and overall strength to the team. Compared with the beginning of the season, Shandong's transformation is obvious, which is the result of the joint efforts of all players. Although it is regrettable to miss out on the title, this is a good result for the team's start. Most Shandong fans also expressed understanding and respect for the players. Cui Kangxi also admitted that this season's journey is not yet over. The team will go all out in the upcoming final round of the Chinese Super League. After the season, they will also face the challenges of the AFC Champions League and the AFC Cup. Especially in the AFC Champions League, the strong Shandong team is expected to go farther, which is also the goal they aspire to. The desire of Shandong fans to "win the championship" will motivate the players to keep working hard, even though the road ahead is full of challenges.
In the FA Cup, a stage where they excel, Shandong is expected to win again. If they can go farther in the AFC Championship and win the FA Cup, then this season will undoubtedly be a success for them. This is what Shandong fans trust and expect from Cui Kangxi and the whole team. However, facing the unknown next season, Shandong also faces challenges. The departure of core player Fellaini has deprived the team of a major player on the offensive end. The coaching staff and players need to think deeply about who is the core of the team's rebuilding. This is not only about the replacement of star players, but also a strategic overhaul. With the support of taller players, Shandong has created opportunities, but how to adjust the winning strategy has become a difficult problem in front of them. Is the continuation of the existing tactics, looking for new Fellaini-style players to fill the gap, or completely overthrow the existing layout, open up a new route?
