In a thrilling match that saw both teams put up a good fight, Guangzhou Evergrande Women finally earned their first point in the Chinese Women's Super League (CSL) relegation battle. The match was played at the Beihai Stadium in Nanjing on Sunday and ended with a score of 2-1 in favor of Guangzhou.
The game started off with a strong start for Jiangsu Suning who took the lead early in the second minute through a goal by Zhang Xiaoyan. However, Guangzhou responded quickly as Zhang Jingyi equalized the score two minutes later. The game remained level until the 68th minute when Zhang Jingyi scored her second goal of the game to give Guangzhou the lead.
Jiangsu Suning tried hard to come back but could not find the back of the net, leaving Guangzhou with the advantage they needed to secure their first point in the relegation battle. The victory is a big step forward for Guangzhou and will certainly boost their morale ahead of their upcoming matches.
Despite losing the match, Jiangsu Suning coach Li Jincheng praised his team's performance and said that he was proud of them for putting up such a tough fight against a stronger opponent. He also acknowledged the importance of the result for the team's future prospects.
Overall, it was a closely contested match that showcased the talent and skill of both teams. It will be interesting to see how Guangzhou Evergrande Women perform in their remaining matches and whether they can continue their winning streak.