The drama in Shanghai continued on the weekend as two of the city's top teams, Guangzhou R&F and Shanghai SIPG, shared three points each in their matchday four clash.
In a thrilling encounter at the Shanghai Stadium, both sides put up a spirited fight but it was Guangzhou R&F who emerged victorious with a 1-0 win over their rivals. The victory was all the more impressive given that Shanghai SIPG had won their previous game against Tianjin Teda earlier in the week.
Despite the loss, Shanghai SIPG showed great resilience in the second half, pushing hard to equalize. However, they were unable to find the back of the net and were left frustrated by their inability to convert their chances.
Meanwhile, Guangzhou R&F showed their depth by making use of their home advantage to secure all three points. The Chinese giants dominated possession throughout the match and created numerous opportunities for themselves. Despite not scoring, they were able to keep their opponents at bay and secure a crucial point in their quest for the title.
Both teams will now be hoping to bounce back from this defeat and continue their winning ways in the upcoming matches. It promises to be another exciting season in the China Super League, with plenty of drama and excitement yet to come.