Tianjin Secures First CSL Relegation Victory

### Tianjin Secures First CSL Relegation Victory

In a significant development for the Chinese Super League (CSL), Tianjin rivals Shanghai Shenhua have secured their first-ever CSL relegation victory against Beijing Guoan on Sunday, August 28.

The match was played at the Jiaodong Stadium in Qingdao and saw Tianjin secure a 1-0 win through a late goal from midfielder Wang Yifan. This result marks a turning point in Tianjin's season, as they now face a difficult journey to avoid relegation to the second-tier Chinese Professional Football League (CPFL).

The loss for Beijing Guoan leaves them in fifth place in the table with 57 points, while Tianjin's victory puts them in sixth position with 61 points. The gap between Tianjin and Beijing is just four points, which means that Tianjin must maintain their current form to avoid being relegated.

This victory comes after Tianjin had been struggling to find consistency throughout the season. However, the team has shown signs of improvement under new coach Lu Wei. They have won six out of their last eight matches and have been able to defend well against some of the league's top teams.

Tianjin's success in securing this victory is a testament to the hard work and dedication of the players and staff. They will now look forward to facing more challenging opponents in the remaining rounds of the season, aiming to secure a spot in the CSL next year.

As for Beijing Guoan, they will need to improve their performance if they want to avoid relegation. With only five games left in the season, they will need to beat Tianjin again or hope that other teams fall short of expectations to stay in the CSL.

Overall, this victory is a positive sign for Tianjin and sets up a challenging but exciting final stretch of the season. As we head into the playoffs, it remains to be seen who will emerge victorious and secure their place in the CSL.