Chinese Super League Squad Ends Away Game Curse in Nail-Biting Match
Zhejiang FC secured their first away victory in the AFC Champions League Two on Thursday, edging Indonesia's Persib 4-3 in a rollercoaster clash 🌪️. Despite the historic win, the team fell just short of advancing to the knockout stage after rivals Lion City Sailors claimed the group’s top spots.
⚡ Game Highlights
Croatian striker Franko Andrijasevic opened the scoring in the 15th minute, followed by Jean Kouassi doubling the lead after a Persib defensive blunder. The Indonesian squad fought back with goals from Beckham Putra and David da Silva, but Zhejiang’s early dominance proved decisive 🚀. Andrijasevic and Kouassi combined for three goals, creating an electric partnership fans are dubbing 'The Balkan Blitz'.
Bittersweet Result 🇨🇳
While Zhejiang finished third in Group F with 9 points, their final-match flair gives hope for future tournaments. Coach Cheng Yaodong praised the team’s 'never-quit energy' despite the narrow knockout-stage miss. For football enthusiasts tracking Asia’s rising clubs, this match was a masterclass in high-stakes drama 🔥.
