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Round 28 Highlights: Two Key Matches in the Relegation Group (CSL)
Updated:2026-01-19 08:30 Views:73As the second round of the CSL (China Super League) draws to a close, two key matches have left a lasting impact on the league's standings and the battle for survival.
In one match, the defending champions Shanghai SIPG faced off against their fierce rivals Jiangsu Sainty. The game was a closely contested affair, with both teams putting up strong defenses and creating numerous scoring opportunities. In the end, it was Shanghai SIPG who emerged victorious, thanks to a late goal from Brazilian striker Edson Buddo.
For Jiangsu Sainty, the loss was a major blow as they remain at the bottom of the table with just four points from six games. The team will need to turn things around quickly if they hope to avoid relegation.
On the other hand, Guangzhou Evergrande were able to secure a comfortable win over Beijing Guoan. The match was dominated by Guangzhou, who controlled possession and created numerous chances. While Beijing managed to score a consolation goal late on, it was too little, too late for them.
With this result, Guangzhou Evergrande now sit in second place in the league, just one point behind leaders Shandong Luneng Taishan. However, they still face tough competition ahead, including matches against fellow strugglers Shijiazhuang Evergrande and Dalian Yifang.
Overall, these two key matches have been crucial in shaping the league's standings and the battle for survival. With only six rounds remaining, there is still plenty of football to be played, and anything can happen in the final stages of the season.
