Shanghai Shenhua turned heartbreak into triumph this weekend, defeating Henan 3-2 in a fiery Chinese Super League (CSL) clash just days after a dramatic FA Cup exit. The revenge win solidified their top spot in the league, now six points clear of rivals Shanghai Port. 🏆
Wednesday’s FA Cup quarterfinal saw Henan edge Shenhua 8-7 on penalties after a wild 3-3 draw. But Sunday’s rematch at Shanghai Stadium was pure redemption. Jiang Shenglong’s early header set the tone, followed by Joao Teixeira’s quick-thinking goal after a defensive blunder. Luis Asue’s second-half strike sealed the deal, despite Henan’s late rally. ⚡
Fans were treated to end-to-end action, with Henan’s Bruno Nazario and Frank Acheampong keeping the pressure on. But Shenhua’s resilience paid off, proving why they’re the team to beat this season. 🛡️💪
Other CSL Highlights:
Shandong Taishan cruised past Meizhou Hakka 3-0
Zhejiang edged Wuhan Three Towns 3-2 in a nail-biter
