Analysis: Shanghai SIPG attacking stars covering for defensive frailty
(WorldNews Asia)

With great attacking strength at his disposal, the Portuguese has sought to set up in a manner which frees his forwards Hulk, Elkeson and Wu Lei to attack while also retaining numbers behind the ball in SIPG`s 4-3-3 defensive structure. However, there have been frailties at the back evident throughout the tournament with 17 goals conceded in their 10 appearances to date. Despite those concerns, following victory over compatriots Guangzhou Evergrande and a Chinese Super League success against city rivals Shanghai Shenhua, they will be full of confidence ahead of Wednesday`s first leg. Hulk key to SIPG attacking threat but must track back With eight goals in eight 2017 AFC Champions League...