In a game that kept fans on the edge of their seats, the Chinese Super League Shanghai derby between Port and Shenhua ended in a thrilling 1-1 draw. The match kicked off with an early spark as Port broke the deadlock just five minutes in when Liu Ruofan scored against his former club.
The tension mounted early on, with Shenhua coming dangerously close to equalizing in the 18th minute — Li Ke’s shot hit the post, followed by Joao Teixeira’s attempt that rattled the woodwork. Not willing to let the moment slip away, Shenhua introduced veteran Yu Hanchao in the 81st minute. Just a minute later, Yu dazzled with a diving header that equalized the game, with VAR confirming he was onside during the build-up. ⚽🔥
In stoppage time, drama peaked as Port were reduced to 10 players after Li Shuai received a second yellow card, cementing the final score. With both teams now sitting atop the table at 10 points after four games, this derby showcased top-tier intensity and promises even more excitement in the upcoming fixtures.
Reference(s):
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