[Match report] In the first half our Lions started confident and frequently took the initiative. With pressure from our midfield and attack we created several opportunities. In the 7th minute this already resulted into our first goal when Zhang Zong Zheng crossed the ball directly to Lian Chen, with the latter shooting the ball low and hard in the opposite direction of the goal. After that quick lead, our team looked controlled and organized, steadily moving the ball from foot to foot. Yancheng Dafeng increased their attacking attempts, but our defense didn't allow them much chances to get dangerous. That's how the Red Lions dominated most of the first half.
In the second half however, Yancheng Dafeng started off stronger. A cross from the right caught us off guard, reaching the head of our opponent and over our goalkeeper (1-1). After that equalizer, we reorganized ourselves and picked up the offensive play of first half. Ge Shengxiang's almost managed to take back our lead, but his free kick missed his target by an inch. At the other side Dafeng got close to goal too, when a shot out of their corner kick got saved. The Red Lion continued to control most of the game until Zhang Hai Quan received his second yellow card. With only 10 players left we bravely fought our way through till the final whistle. In the last minute we did create a final counter attack with Wang Chenyang launching a shot on the post.
Considering our dominance, there was some heartfelt regret towards not conceiling the victory. Considering our red card, we can be happy with our first point in professional football. Best player of the game: 8 Shi Hanjun!
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