Speaking of Shandong Taishan against Yokohama Mariners, the old iron must have mixed feelings in their hearts. The last time we lost Yokohama twice in the group stage, it was really a distressing account. Especially the 0-3 defeat away from home, I was distressed and angry to see it. But now, the Tarzans have a chance to get their revenge and face Yokohama Mariners again in the quarterfinals of the AFC Champions League, a match not only for promotion, but also for honor and self-esteem.
The Taishan team advanced to the quarterfinals this time, and it has to be said that it has made history. As the first Chinese Super League team to advance to the quarterfinals of the AFC Champions League after Beijing Guoan, this achievement is enough to be proud. But for the players, I guess they're not going to settle for that. Especially against the Yokohama Marinos, they will definitely be determined to win this time.
Judging from the game schedule, the Taishan team will really be a tough battle after a tough battle. On March 6, they will face Yokohama Mariners at home, and then they will play away on March 13, with the Chinese Super League in between, which is simply a devil's schedule. But as the saying goes, "the pressure is great, and the jade is successful", this time can test the strength of the team and the cohesion of the team.
Speaking of the last fiasco, there are a few points that have to be mentioned. First of all, Wang Dalei's miraculous save in stoppage time was simply salvation. Although they still lost the game in the end, at that moment, I saw the spirit of the Tarzan team not giving up. Secondly, as we all know, we lacked key players in the last game, and big players like Fellaini and Moises were not in the team, so the attacking power was naturally greatly reduced. But this time, with the addition of new signings, the strength of the Taishan team has improved significantly. Although Zeka cannot play, there are new blood such as Kazaishvili, Gao Zhunyi, and Peng Xinli, and I believe that the Taishan team has the ability to write different stories.
Finally, it was mentioned that the Taishan team failed to break through to the quarterfinals of the AFC Champions League twice, and whether it could break the spell this time has become the focus of attention of many fans. But no matter what the result is, as a fan, I want to see the players fighting the field, whether they win or lose, they are all heroes in our hearts.
Facing the next game, I want to say to the Tarzan team: Come on, Tarzan! This time, we stand behind you and march towards victory together. Whether or not you can turn the tables around, you have earned respect and honor in the hearts of the fans. I look forward to the quarterfinals, the Taishan team can go all out, show the best of themselves, let us witness the miracle together!