Guangzhou forward Gao Lin has been in fine form recently, scoring three goals in his last three matches, and his performance has been key to Evergrande in the early part of the season.
Gao has made nine appearances this campaign, coming off the bench in four of them. The Chinese striker has four goals and four assists -- but the most telling stat is that in every game he has scored this year Evergrande have tasted victory.
The defending AFC champs are hoping the 33-year-old can continue his productivity and help them survive the group stage.