Published: 10:15, June 9, 2023 | Updated: 10:18, June 9, 2023
Changchun crushes Shenzhen in Chinese Super League
By Xinhua

Changchun Yatai players celebrate after Wang Jinxian (second right) scores their first goal in Changchun, June 8, 2023. (PHOTO / XINHUA)

BEIJING - Changchun Yatai claimed a 4-1 home victory over Shenzhen FC in the 12th round of the Chinese Super League (CSL) on Thursday.

Changchun opened the scoring in the 10th minute when Wang Jinxian volleyed home on Leonardo's assist. Leonardo converted a spot kick in the 33rd minute, while his teammate Tan Long also found the net seven minutes later as Changchun led 3-0 at the break.

Shahsat Hujahmat pulled one back for Shenzhen through a penalty, before defender Serginho pushed Changchun's lead back to three goals with a left-footed shot.

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Elsewhere, Chengdu Rongcheng and Tianjin Jinmen Tiger ended in a goalless draw, and Shanghai Shenhua edged Qingdao Hainiu 1-0.