As expected, Taishan lost to Daegu in the first game of the AFC Champions League with a score of 0:7. Fans called it a "tragedy." In the second round, the "tragedy" continued, losing to Urawa Red Diamonds 0:5. Just when everyone thought that the Taishan team would continue to replicate its dismal results, the Taishan Youth Army made a desperate counterattack. In the third round, the Lion City Mariners scored 0:0 and gained a valuable point. In the fourth round, they faced off against the Lion City Mariners again. The Youth Army started a "death struggle" with the Lion City Mariners who were composed of the main force. Although they lost 2:3 in the end, they captured two of their opponents' cities, which is a gratifying achievement.

Of these two goals, the first one was Lu Yongtao's penalty kick, which was clean and without any sloppiness. The second one was Liu Guobao at the front of the small penalty area. He took the ball with his back, slumped his shoulders, and shot angrily with his left foot. The ball hit the far corner in one go. Shows good psychological quality and excellent foot skills. Liu Guobao is only 18 years old and has a promising future.

“Strong young people will make China strong.” Youth training and team building represent the heritage and carry the future. The progress made by the Taishan Youth Army in the AFC Champions League is impressive.

Facts speak louder than words. Taishan Club has been focusing on youth training for many years, focusing on the construction of the first team and the echelon, both hands are strong. It shows the style of the double champion of Chinese football.

The Taishan Youth Army has won the respect of its opponents and the praise of its fans by never giving up and working hard.