中超上海双雄备受称赞，球迷好奇为何不在亚冠展示实力

Following Shanghai Shenhua's comfortable 3-0 victory over Shandong Taishan, a team boasting numerous national team players, they have claimed the top spot in the Chinese Super League standings. Media outlets have praised Shanghai Shenhua's playing style as "terrifying," predicting that future opponents will resort to defensive tactics.

Interestingly, Shanghai SIPG, currently tied for second place in the CSL standings, was also hailed for its formidable playing style earlier in the season. They began their campaign with a convincing 3-1 win over Henan Jianye. However, despite being labeled as teams with "terrifying playing styles" in the CSL, both Shanghai Shenhua and Shanghai SIPG have struggled to make an impact on the international stage in recent years, leaving fans puzzled about their underwhelming performances in the AFC Champions League (ACL).

At the beginning of the 2024 season, professional sports journalists noted Shanghai SIPG's impressive performance during winter training, showcasing a "terrifying playing style" in friendly matches. In the first three rounds of the 2024 CSL season, Shanghai SIPG secured two wins and a draw, highlighting their early dominance.

Similarly, Shanghai Shenhua's recent 3-0 victory over Shandong Taishan further emphasized their formidable playing style, as they currently sit atop the CSL standings with three consecutive wins. Fans were particularly impressed as Shandong Taishan, recently eliminated from the ACL quarter-finals, faltered against Shanghai Shenhua.

Despite their domestic success and the praise for their playing styles, both Shanghai Shenhua and Shanghai SIPG have struggled in the AFC Champions League in recent years. Shanghai Shenhua's last appearance in the ACL was in the 2020 season, where they were eliminated in the group stage. Surprisingly, their last group stage advancement was in the 2006 season when they reached the ACL quarter-finals.

On the other hand, Shanghai SIPG's performances in the ACL over the past three seasons have been criticized by fans. In the 2021 season, they were knocked out by Filipino club Kaya FC in the qualifiers. In 2022, they chose not to participate in the ACL, and in 2023, they were eliminated by Thai club Buriram United in the qualifiers.

The lack of ACL success for Shanghai's football giants has led to questions from fans about their ability to perform on the continental stage. While many fans acknowledge the "terrifying playing styles" of Shanghai Shenhua and Shanghai SIPG, they are eager to see these teams showcase their prowess in the ACL.

However, it's essential to note that in over 20 years of ACL restructuring, only Guangzhou Evergrande has managed to win the tournament, claiming the title twice in three years. Their remarkable journey in the ACL began in the 2012 season under the guidance of World Cup-winning coach Marcello Lippi. Guangzhou Evergrande's success in the ACL serves as a reminder of the challenges faced by Chinese clubs in continental competitions.

In conclusion, while Shanghai's football clubs display dominance in the CSL with their "terrifying playing styles," they must translate this success onto the higher and more competitive platform of the ACL. The quest for ACL glory remains a priority for Shanghai Shenhua, Shanghai SIPG, and other Chinese football clubs aiming to shine on the international stage.