Tianjin Teda coach Zuo Shusheng knows his side is inferior to Tuesday night's Asian Champions League opponent Pohang Steelers but insists they will not fear them.

The Chinese club have just one point from their opening three matches but Shusheng says they will give their all in the clash against Pohang.

"I, along with other coaches, have had quite a few pep talks with the players recently and I think those efforts are having a positive impact on the team," he said.

"Pohang are a superior team to us and they are able to control the tempo. But Tianjin are fearless. We are ready to face the challenges and we are determined to claim three points."