On August 16th, in the CSL’s 23rd round, Nantong Zhiyun will host Qingdao West Coast in a crucial relegation battle. Nantong Zhiyun hopes to secure a home win and a double kill to keep their hopes alive, while Qingdao West Coast aims to avenge their first-leg loss and push their opponent closer to the drop zone.
After 23 rounds, Nantong Zhiyun sits at the bottom with a record of 3 wins, 6 draws, and 14 losses. Their 23 goals scored place them second-to-last in the league, while their 52 goals conceded are the worst in the league. In their 11 home matches, Nantong Zhiyun have managed just 1 win, 3 draws, and 7 losses, making them the worst home team in the league.
Qingdao West Coast, with a record of 4 wins, 7 draws, and 12 losses, sits in second-to-last place but boasts a 4-point advantage over Zhiyun. In their previous 10 away matches, Qingdao West Coast has achieved 2 wins, 1 draw, and 7 losses, scoring 10 goals and conceding 25.
Nantong Zhiyun have struggled in their last six league games, recording just 1 draw and 5 losses. They have only scored 4 goals during this period but have conceded a staggering 19, averaging over 3 goals conceded per game. As a home-weak side, Nantong Zhiyun has been winless in their last 9 home matches, achieving only 3 draws and 6 losses. Their last home game saw them concede a goal in the final minutes to draw with Henan.
Qingdao West Coast has gone 4 games without a win but managed to secure 3 draws and 1 loss in that period. However, they have conceded in each of their last 13 matches. On the road, Qingdao West Coast has suffered 4 consecutive losses, scoring just 2 goals and conceding 13 in those 4 matches, averaging over 3 goals conceded per game. Furthermore, the absence of Zhao Honglue due to a yellow card accumulation will be a significant blow to their defense, especially against Nantong Zhiyun.
The two teams have met 3 times previously. In the 2022 season, Nantong Zhiyun went undefeated with 1 win and 1 draw in the China League One. In the first leg of this season’s clash, Nantong Zhiyun triumphed 2-0 on the road.
This relegation battle is crucial for Nantong Zhiyun. A double kill is their only hope for staying in the CSL. A loss will significantly diminish their chances. Qingdao West Coast, on the other hand, with Alan in excellent form, will be hoping for revenge and a chance to push Nantong Zhiyun further down the table.
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