AFC Champions League: Shandong Taishan Secures Victory Against Incheon United at Home
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Shandong Taishan triumphed over Incheon United with a 3-1 win in the fourth round of Group G in the 2023-2024 AFC Champions League, marking a second win against their opponents.
Despite initial errors in passing and receiving, the Shandong Taishan team displayed a strong offensive against Incheon United, ultimately taking the lead in the 54th minute of the match. The team’s persistence in offense, coupled with well-executed plays from players such as Moises and Keresan, led to a commanding performance on the field.
In another match in Group G, Yokohama emerged victorious with a 2-1 win over Marinos Kaya, further shaping the dynamic of the group standings.
Group I also saw notable matches, with Kawasaki Frontale securing a 4-2 victory against Pathum United and Johor Bahru defeating Ulsan Hyundai 2-1 at home.
Following these results, Shandong Taishan and Yokohama Marinos currently lead Group G with 9 points each, while Incheon United has accumulated 6 points. Meanwhile, Kaya has faced four consecutive losses.
These developments set the stage for an exciting progression in the 2023-2024 AFC Champions League, as teams continue to showcase their skill and determination in pursuit of victory.
AFC Champions League: Shandong Taishan defeated Incheon United again at home 2023-11-08 10:14:26.0 Source: Xinhuanet Author: Xiao Haichuan
The Shandong Taishan team defeated Incheon United 3:1 at home in the fourth round of Group G of the 2023-2024 AFC Champions League on the 7th, “double killing” their home and away opponents.
After the opening, the Shandong Taishan team briefly took the initiative on the court, but made many mistakes in passing and receiving. After the visitors Incheon United resisted the offensive of the home team, they showed a stronger desire to win and had the upper hand in possession of the ball. The offense of the Taishan team relied mainly on the passing of the midfield by Moises and the pressure of the forward Fellaini and Incheon United repeatedly penetrated the defense of the Taishan team from the left. However, neither team got anything going in the first half.
Shandong Taishan team player Li Yuanyi (left) celebrates a goal on November 7. Photo by Xinhua News Agency reporter Zhu Zheng
At the start of the second half, both teams adjusted their lineups. Taishan made three consecutive substitutions, while Incheon United replaced Mugosa with Hernadez. In the 54th minute, the Taishan team took the lead to break the deadlock. Liu Binbin dribbled the ball from the right into the penalty area at high speed and it was saved and Li Yuanyi managed to push the ball into the far corner during the melee in front of the goal. In the 65th minute, Kwon Han-jin of Incheon United accidentally kicked the ball into his own goal when he passed the ball back to the goalkeeper. In the 75th minute, Keresan, the foreign aid of the Taishan team, scored a penalty kick made by Li Hailong, helping the Taishan team take a three-goal lead. In stoppage time, Incheon United scored a face-saving goal.
On November 7, Shandong team player Taishan Keresan celebrated a goal. Photo by Xinhua News Agency reporter Zhu Zheng
In another match in Group G, Yokohama defeated Marinos Kaya 2:1 away from home. After this round, Shandong Taishan and Yokohama Marinos have 3 wins and 1 loss with 9 points, Incheon United has 6 points, and Kaya has lost four games in a row.
Group I also played two games on the same day. Kawasaki Frontale and Pathum United held a goal battle, Kawasaki Frontale, playing at home, won 4:2 and got its fourth win in a row. The Johor Bahru team defeated Ulsan Hyundai 2:1 at home.
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