According to Dalian media The Peninsula Morning Post, Dalian Yebao will host Foshan Nanshi in the 20th round of the Chinese League One on the evening of the 25th. At the beginning of the season, Yebao dominated with a four-game winning streak. It was only in the fifth round, when they drew with Foshan Nanshi, that they ended their winning streak. In the second half of the season, Yebao created another four-game winning streak, firmly securing their position in the promotion zone. Whether they can overcome Foshan Nanshi this time is crucial to breaking through their limits and achieving five consecutive wins.
The report stated that Yebao failed to continue their winning streak in the away game against Foshan Nanshi. This seemed to be because they were extremely uncomfortable with the sudden water battle, but it’s worth reflecting on whether the team underestimated their opponent. Although Yebao fought back from two goals down and eventually drew, overall, they didn’t create as many opportunities as their opponents. The fact that they managed to secure a draw with a numerical advantage in the final stages was somewhat fortunate. Their fighting spirit deserves praise, but the game also served as a wake-up call. If they aren’t adequately prepared and don’t take their opponents seriously enough, anything can happen on the stage of Chinese League One.
The media wrote that Yebao has now overcome the darkest period of the season and returned to the right track. After four consecutive wins, their morale is high, and they are firmly in the promotion zone with 40 points, six points ahead of third place. Now, playing at home against Foshan Nanshi, who are only on 18 points and ranked third from the bottom, it seems like the result should be a crushing victory. But the away game experience tells the team that they can’t afford to be complacent at any time. Head coach Li Guoxu also said that Foshan Nanshi is a team with distinct characteristics, especially in their first-stage encounter, which he still remembers vividly.
Furthermore, the media also mentioned that this time, Yebao has the home advantage and the attendance is likely to set a new record, greatly increasing their chances of winning. Now, the team needs to stay calm and composed. As long as they play to their full potential, their opponent won’t have many opportunities. The only technical issue is whether other players can effectively fill the gap in defense after Robertson’s suspension.
On the 24th, Zhou Yuande attended the pre-match press conference with Li Guoxu, and he has been confirmed as the replacement. Li Guoxu said, “Robertson has performed exceptionally well this season, but of course, our team has many other outstanding players, and I have one sitting next to me. We are a team, and even without Robertson, the other players will still play our usual football.”
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