⚽ History Made in Shanghai
Shanghai Port striker Wu Lei became the top scorer in Chinese Super League (CSL) history this weekend, netting his 30th and 31st goals of the 2024 season during a rollercoaster 4-3 win against Changchun Yatai. The 32-year-old smashed Eran Zahavi’s previous record of 29 goals (set in 2019) with a dramatic late header 🥅 that sealed the victory.
🔥 Game of Two Halves
Shanghai Port raced to a 3-1 lead before halftime, but Yatai’s Tan Long stunned fans with two quick goals after the break. Wu Lei—nicknamed 'the Wu-Tang前锋' (striker) by fans—delivered the final blow in the 84th minute, sparking wild celebrations among the 25,000-strong crowd 🎉.
🏆 Title Race Heats Up
With four games left, Shanghai Port now leads crosstown rivals Shenhua by two points. Wu’s record-breaking form (31 goals in 26 matches!) has football TikTok buzzing 📱, with clips of his clinical finishes going viral across East Asia.
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Shanghai Port's Wu Lei scores brace, earns CSL season record 31st goal
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