Tianjin secured their place in the CSL (Chinese Super League) for next season after defeating their relegation opponent, Shanghai Shenhua, by a scoreline of 1-0 on Sunday.
The match was a tense affair from start to finish as both sides played out a hard-fought contest. Tianjin had a few chances to break the deadlock but were unable to convert them into goals. However, they managed to find the back of the net in the 85th minute when a long-range shot from midfielder Wang Yansong found its way inside the net.
The win was a huge boost for Tianjin and ensured that they would not be relegated to the second-tier Chinese Football Association Championship Division for the first time since 2016. It also meant that they will be able to compete against some of the top teams in China's domestic league next year.
Shanghai Shenhua, on the other hand, will have to work harder than ever before if they want to avoid being relegated themselves. The club has struggled this season and is currently sitting at the bottom of the table. They will need to improve significantly in order to avoid going down again.
Overall, the result was a positive one for Tianjin, who showed their resilience and determination to secure their spot in the CSL. It will be interesting to see how the rest of the season unfolds and whether or not Shanghai Shenhua can turn things around.