In preparation for the upcoming derby against rivals Shanghai Port, 上海申花 is actively enhancing the team's defensive capabilities. The team has focused on technical adjustments in defense during training to ensure they can respond more confidently to Shanghai Port's attacks. The head coach emphasized the importance of defense in meetings, hoping that all players can achieve precise coordination to prevent the opponent from scoring.

In recent years, Shanghai Port's attacking strength has grown, especially with the rise of their forwards, putting pressure on Shenhua's backline. During player training, the synergy between defenders Huang Ming and Wu Xi is seen as a crucial factor in strengthening the defense. Their continuous pairing is expected to provide solid defensive support for the team in the derby.

Shenhua's league performance has also seen a turnaround, with recent defensive displays significantly improving, as they successfully thwarted multiple attacks in prior matches, showcasing tactical adaptability and defensive resilience.

The team believes that with strengthened defensive capabilities and improved player synergy, 上海申花 can shine in the upcoming derby, delivering an exciting match for the fans at home.