Xiao Tong Special Correspondent, July 9, the eighth round of the Central League, Kunshan Warriors 2-1 reversal of Qingdao Hainiu, after the last round of the opponents again, to achieve the season double kill. With this victory, Kunshan Warriors also finished the first stage of the League perfectly, equaling the points with Nantong Zhiyun and leading the table on goal difference.
New reinforcements to join the team, a big increase in strength
Kunshan's strength has increased dramatically this season. Not only do they have many powerful players, but they have also introduced Chinese Super League stars Yu Rui and Li Songyi. Yu Rui, who used to be the core of Changchun Yatai's defense, joined Kunshan on loan this season and quickly locked down a starting position. Li Songyi joined Jinmen Tigers on loan last season, and his performance was eye-catching, and helped the team to relegate successfully at the critical moment. At the beginning of this season, Li Songyi joined Shanghai Shenhua, but due to the FIFA ban, he finally chose Kunshan. It is worth mentioning that Li Songyi had a brilliant performance in the first phase of the game, playing full time and scoring against Qingdao Hainiu.
Unity of purpose, offense and defense
Kunshan's forward line has been on fire this season, with nine players including Kovic, Xu Junmin, Nguyen Duong, Berto and Feng Bo Yuan all collecting goals. Kovic joined Kunshan this season and quickly integrated into the team, becoming a key player in the front line. Kunshan team is people-oriented, focusing on team building, players support each other, both offense and defense, and become a dark horse in the Nanjing tournament.
Fans help in home games
The Kunshan team played at home, which made it easier to ensure the smooth running of the game as there was less traveling to and from away games. Although the first stage of the tournament was not open for viewing, Kunshan fans still actively cheered for the team, giving the team confidence and motivation.
The right place, the right time, the right people, the right opportunity for the Kunshan team to accomplish the "big goal" is coming.
Under the leadership of coach Sergio Sarko, Kunshan team has been playing steadily this season, with a higher possession rate than their rivals, laying the foundation for the Super League. The impressive results of the first phase have created favorable conditions for Kunshan to achieve the "big goal".
