Tianjin Quanjian defeated Shandong Luneng in their first match of the season, securing a crucial victory for the team and giving them some much-needed breathing space in the CSL relegation battle.
The match was a closely contested affair, with both teams displaying excellent defensive work throughout the game. However, Tianjin managed to find the breakthrough in the second half, thanks to a well-taken goal from midfielder Lu Junyi.
Despite being behind at halftime, Tianjin continued to push forward and create chances for themselves. They eventually found their second goal through a powerful shot from winger Li Yuxiang.
Shandong were unable to respond to this setback, and Tianjin's victory was secured by a solid performance from goalkeeper Zhang Pengyu. The goalkeeper made several key saves throughout the match, helping to keep his side in the game.
With this win, Tianjin has taken the lead in the CSL relegation battle, giving them some much-needed confidence going into the remaining matches of the season. It also sets up a tough challenge ahead as they face off against their top rivals, Beijing Guoan and Guangzhou Evergrande, in the coming weeks.
Overall, Tianjin's victory over Shandong is a significant step forward for the team, and it will be interesting to see how they continue to perform in the remaining games of the season.