Guangzhou Evergrande FC has secured their first victory in the Chinese Super League (CSL) round one with a convincing 5-0 victory over Shanghai Shenhua FC on Wednesday.

The match was played at the Guangzhou Dongguan Stadium, and it saw the Chinese champions dominate from start to finish, scoring three goals in the opening half-hour.

Shanghai's goalkeeper, Xing Hengyu, struggled to keep out Guangzhou's attacking efforts, but they were unable to hold off the pressure and conceded a penalty kick in the 47th minute.

However, Guangzhou managed to secure their victory through their own goal, with Zhang Zhibo slotting the winner in the 66th minute.

In the second half, the Chinese champions continued to dominate the game, with Guan Yuanyuan scoring twice for the visitors, while Song Yuxian also scored once for his side.

Overall, the victory was a huge step forward for Guangzhou Evergrande FC, who have been struggling in recent seasons. They now look set to challenge for a spot in the top flight next season.

However, the win is not without its challenges, as they will face a tough schedule this season, including matches against teams like Beijing Daxiang FC and Wuhan Wuhan.

Despite the challenges, Guangzhou Evergrande FC remain confident that they can continue to improve and become a force in the league. With a strong team and consistent performances, they should be able to make some noise next season.