In contrast to Shandong Taishan's relaxed demeanor, home side Shinshu Victory Ship had a tough time in their recent match, finally winning a narrow 1-0 victory over Urawa Red Diamonds. This victory, which enabled Shandong Taishan, who were playing away from home due to physical exhaustion, to cope with the situation, is undoubtedly a double blessing for them. The second good news is that the team's foreign aid Zeca has finally returned from injury. At the beginning of the season, Zeca was transferred from the Korean league to Shandong Taishan, but was unfortunately injured during training. After months of rest, Zeca officially returned to the team last month and has spent 247 days since joining.
For the upcoming AFC Champions League, Shandong Taishan team still has the hope of getting points on the road. After all, the team played against Japan consecutively last season, and the players know the tactical characteristics of the Japanese players like the back of their hands. Coupled with Cui Kangxi's rich experience in cup competitions, Shandong Taishan is expected to bring surprises to their fans. With a win in this match, Shandong Taishan will make it two wins in a row in the AFC Champions League and lead the table with six points!
For Shandong Taishan fans, there are three focal points of this match that should not be missed. First of all, can Kressan break through the goal again? As the team's attacking weapon, Cressan shoulders the heavy responsibility of attacking. Secondly, how is Zeca's form? Despite his excellent debut in the Chinese Super League, how will he perform in his AFC Champions League debut? Finally, Wang Dalei, the goalkeeper, will be just as crucial. Will Wang Dalei be able to block the opponents' shots in this match against Japan, who have scored 7 goals away from home?
