Hangzhou, in east Zhejiang Province on the Chinese mainland, lit up on Wednesday as Zhejiang roared to a 2-0 victory over Tianjin Jinmen Tiger in the Chinese Super League (CSL) – their first win in three matches! ⚽🔥
Early drama saw the visitors almost take the lead in the 15th minute, but Wang Qiuming's fierce shot ricocheted off Juan Antonio Ros and then the post. So close! 😱
The hosts answered back right before the break. In the 44th minute, Alexandru Mitrita whipped in a corner and Yago Cariello rose high to head Zhejiang in front, with the referee double-checking the play on VAR before awarding the goal. 🙌
Tianjin pushed hard after half-time, but Zhejiang's defense held firm. Finally, deep into stoppage time, Deabeas Owusu-Sekyere slid the ball to Franko Andrijasevic, who coolly slotted home to seal the deal. 🔒
With this win, Zhejiang leapfrogged Tianjin to climb into sixth place in the CSL standings – a much-needed boost as the season heats up! Stay tuned for more action. 📈✨
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Zhejiang defeat Tianjin 2-0 at home for first CSL win in three matches
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