On the evening of June 14 at 7:35 PM, the Chinese Super League resumes with a Round 15 fixture as Meizhou Hakka hosts Shandong Taishan.
Meizhou Hakka has had an underwhelming season so far, securing only two wins, six draws, and five losses, amassing 12 points and temporarily sitting in 12th place. With a significant gap to the top teams and just a two-point advantage over the relegation zone, the club’s survival prospects are bleak. A failure to secure points in this match could see them slip into the danger area.
In seven home matches, Meizhou Hakka has failed to win, drawing four and losing three, scoring only four goals while conceding 10. Their weak attacking and defensive displays have been key factors in their poor performance. The team’s morale is also at risk, with home fans losing faith. This game is crucial for boosting spirits.
The team recently ended a five-match winless streak with a 1-0 victory over Wuhan Sanjin. However, facing the formidable Shandong Taishan, claiming all three points will be a daunting task. Key foreign player Kozic has returned to his country for the European Championship, exacerbating Meizhou’s offensive struggles.
Shandong Taishan, on the other hand, boasts an 8-4-2 record, placing them fifth with 28 points. Despite their aspirations for the title, they trail the league leaders, Shanghai申花, by eight points. They cannot afford any slip-ups against weaker opponents. In away games this season, they’ve managed three wins, two draws, and one loss, conceding fewer goals but struggling to score consistently.
Shandong has been in solid form, remaining unbeaten in their last eight matches, including a convincing 3-0 victory over Asian Champions League side Zhejiang FC, boosting their confidence. However, injuries to players like Fernando and Xie Wenning during the international break are cause for concern.
Last season, the two teams clashed three times. Meizhou Hakka pulled off a surprise 2-1 win in their first encounter, but Shandong Taishan responded forcefully, defeating Meizhou 6-0 and 6-1 in subsequent meetings. This time around, Meizhou seeks points for survival, while Shandong aims for a full three points. Both sides will give their all in this crucial contest.
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