Chinese Super League Preview: Henan Team Aims to Rebound with New Signings as Beijing Guoan Lacks Key Players

On the evening of June 15 at 8 pm, a Chinese Super League (CSL) Round 15 fixture will take place as Henan team hosts Beijing Guoan.

Henan has had a disappointing campaign so far, securing only two wins, five draws, and seven losses in their first 14 matches, placing them second from bottom in the standings with 11 points. The team is currently in the relegation zone, with survival now the main objective. They trail the safety zone by just one point, and a draw against Beijing Guoan would be satisfactory.

In their seven home games, Henan has managed only one victory, two draws, and four defeats, scoring eight goals while conceding 12. Both their attack and defense have failed to impress the home fans. Maintaining this form would make it difficult for them to avoid relegation.

The team has endured a six-match winless streak, including a five-game losing run, and with upcoming FA Cup fixtures and a busy schedule, they face a significant challenge. However, there is some positive news as Wang Guoming returns to the first team, and new signing Ye Lijiang is now available. It remains to be seen if these reinforcements can invigorate the squad.

Beijing Guoan, on the other hand, has recorded eight wins, four draws, and two losses in the first 14 rounds, accumulating 28 points and sitting fifth in the table. Their goal is still to qualify for the AFC Champions League. Currently, they are just one point behind third-placed Shandong Taishan. A win in this match is crucial.

With four wins, three draws, and one loss in their eight away matches, Beijing Guoan boasts the third-best away record in the league. However, they’ve scored only 10 goals in those games, relying on their solid defense, which has conceded only six goals.

After a 5-2 victory over Nantong Zhiyun, ending a two-match winless streak, the team has regained confidence. Prior to that, they had won four consecutive matches. Injury concerns include Zhang Yuning, who is out due to injury, Li Lei, who is also injured despite traveling with the team, and Enga Ndou, suspended after accumulating four yellow cards. National team returnee Fang Hao is ready to contribute.

In their last 10 encounters, Beijing Guoan holds a 7-3 advantage, winning the past three meetings. Nevertheless, this match will be played in hot weather, presenting a severe test for both teams’ stamina, which might lead to a more cautious and potentially less eventful game.

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