The AFC Champions League roster of the Taishan team has finally been announced, and I have to say that there are several adjustments that are a little surprising. The most striking change is thisWang Tong was unable to register, whileDelgado's joiningbecame the focus. This not only marks the team's new strategy after Leonardo's departure, but also reflects the team's investment and experimentation with the future. But then again, Delgado's performance in the Central League last season was not outstanding, which naturally reduced expectations for him.
Why would the team still sign up for Zeka, even though he will be out for more than three months due to injury? The logic behind this is actually quite simpleAFC Champions League foreign aid rules。Delgado was still a domestic aid at the time of registration, so that the Taishan team could skillfully use the 5+1 rule of the AFC Champions League to meet the requirements of foreign aid places. While five foreign players are theoretically allowed to start in the AFC Champions League, in practice, only three foreign players may actually play in the team. Zeka's injury is undoubtedly a big loss for the team, but it has also forced the team to make new tactical arrangements.
As for Wang Tong's absence, it shows that his current recovery situation has not yet met the requirements for participating in training. This is both a challenge and an opportunity for the Tarzan team, after all, other players also need to prove their worth. Liao Lisheng's registration and the adjustment of Yu Jinyong and Shi Songchen show the team's flexibility in personnel arrangements and its dependence on young players.
However, the publication of this list also means:The Taishan team will not have new foreign players to join in the short term, at least until the summer transfer window. This is undoubtedly a test of the overall strength of the team, especially when the disadvantage in midfield is still very obvious. For those fans who are expecting a standout performance in the AFC Champions League knockout round, it may be time to adjust their expectations.
In addition, the list also indirectly confirms the place of the Under-21 players in the squad, which is good news for the young players, at least their hard work and dedication are recognized. While the team may not change much in the short term, in the long run, it's a plan for the future.
This AFC Champions League roster of the Taishan team has both expectations and worrying parts. In any case, as fans, we still have to support the Tarzan team and hope that they can surpass themselves and surprise us in the next games. After all, the charm of the football game lies in its inadmissibility, isn't it?