Shanghai Port moved within a point of a third straight Chinese Super League title with a commanding 3-0 win over Zhejiang FC at home. The victory keeps the momentum rolling as they eye a fourth topflight crown.
The first breakthrough came in the 12th minute: Liu Ruofan's right-wing cross sparked chaos, and Zhejiang defender Liu Haofan's own-goal left fans speechless 😱. Even former Netherlands No. 1 Edwin van der Sar in the stands looked stunned!
Moments after kickoff, Port doubled the lead. Li Shuai's pinpoint cross found Wang Shenchao, who smashed a thunderbolt into the net ⚡️. The stadium erupted!
In the 72nd minute, Brazilian maestro Mateus Vital curled a picture-perfect free-kick beyond Zhao Bo to make it 3-0. With only an away trip to Dalian Yingbo left, a draw will be enough to clinch a third title in a row 🙌.
Meanwhile, Shanghai Shenhua bounced back from last season's heartbreak by beating Shenzhen Peng City 1-0. Joao Teixeira's early cross met Andre Luis's decisive header within two minutes, and Shenhua held on despite late pressure.
Now Shenhua must topple Tianjin Jinmen Tiger and hope Shanghai Port slip up if they want to snatch the crown. It's setting up to be a thrilling season finale! ⚽️🔥
Reference(s):
cgtn.com
