AFC Champions League Elite - Preview - MD8: Ulsan HD FC (KOR) v Shandong Taishan FC (CHN)

Ulsan: Shandong Taishan FC will be out to inflict more early season misery on Ulsan HD FC when the two sides meet in the AFC Champions League Elite™ 2024/25 on Wednesday.

Victory for Shandong will confirm their spot in the Round of 16 while Ulsan HD are already eliminated after suffering their sixth defeat in seven matches last week.

Shandong revived their hopes with a stirring 3-1 defeat of high-flying Gwangju FC on Matchday Seven and the side from China PR will be driven to maintain their winning form.

Last week's win propelled them into seventh spot with 10 points and they will be determined to not slip up.

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For Ulsan HD, the tie is a chance to redeem pride after a difficult campaign which yielded only one victory.

With the new K League 1 just having kicked off, Ulsan HD need early cheer - having suffered a 1-0 defeat to Anyang on Sunday - as they attempt to defend their domestic title and will be eager to shine in front of their fans before exiting the continental competition.

Ulsan HD FC (KOR) v Shandong Taishan FC (CHN)

Venue: Ulsan Munsu Football Stadium (Ulsan)

Kick-off: Wednesday, 19:00 (UTC+9)

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