Changchun Yatai, the Chinese Super League (CSL) champions for the past two seasons, won their first title since 2014 on Sunday with a convincing 3-0 victory over Shandong Luneng Taishan.
The match was held at Changchun's Chaoyang Stadium and saw Changchun dominate possession from start to finish, creating numerous chances for their attacking players. Their forward line, led by striker Guo Zhaohui, proved to be too strong for Shandong, scoring all three goals in the opening half-hour.
Shandong, who had been one of the favorites to win the championship this season, struggled to create any meaningful进攻机会和反击。Their defense also let in several crucial goals, including a penalty that gave Changchun a 2-0 lead after just 38 minutes。
Changchun's victory was a fitting end to a memorable season for the team, which had faced many challenges and setbacks along the way but never lost heart. The win marked the return of Changchun to the top tier of Chinese football and is sure to boost their morale ahead of next season's CSL campaign.
Overall, it was a dominant display from Changchun Yatai, who showed why they have become one of the most successful teams in the Chinese Super League. They will now look to build on their success and continue their reign as the best team in China.