The Shandong Locomotives secured their first win of the season in the Chinese Super League (CSL) on Sunday, thanks to a crucial 3-1 victory over fellow strugglers Tianjin Teda.
After a slow start to the season, the Shandong Locomotives have shown signs of improvement in recent weeks, with wins over Beijing Guoan and Tianjin Teda in their last two games. The team's performance was highlighted by the return of key players such as Zhang Yuning and Wang Zhaoying, who have been out injured for much of the season.
In Sunday's match against Tianjin Teda, the Shandong Locomotives took control from the beginning and were able to create several chances through their attacking play. In the 24th minute, they finally broke the deadlock when Zhang Yining scored a well-placed header from close range. This set the tone for the rest of the game, with the Shandong Locomotives dominating possession and creating numerous scoring opportunities.
Tianjin Teda responded in the second half, but it was too little too late as the Shandong Locomotives held firm and went on to secure a vital three points. The win is a huge boost for the Shandong Locomotives, who will now look to continue their winning ways in the coming weeks.
Overall, the Shandong Locomotives' comeback against Tianjin Teda was a testament to the team's resilience and determination. With their new found form, the Shandong Locomotives will be looking to build on this success and push towards the top of the CSL table.