Qingdao vs Shenzhen in Do-or-Die CSL Round 24 Match for Relegation

The Chinese Super League (CSL) has been in turmoil since the COVID-19 pandemic hit, with many clubs struggling to stay afloat and some even being relegated from the top flight. In Round 24 of the CSL, Qingdao and Shenzhen faced off in a crucial match that could determine their fate.

For Qingdao, the game was a must-win if they wanted to avoid relegation to the second tier of Chinese football. The team had already secured a spot in the Chinese FA Cup final, but they needed to finish in the top half of the table to have any chance of avoiding the drop.

On the other hand, Shenzhen were also fighting for survival, having won just one game all season and sitting just two points above the relegation zone. A win against Qingdao would put them back on level terms with the struggling side and give them a chance to fight for their lives in the league.

The match started with both teams looking to establish their dominance early on, with Qingdao taking the lead after just three minutes through a header from Wu Lei. However, Shenzhen quickly responded with a goal of their own, with midfielder Zhang Tiefeng scoring to level things up.

The match remained level until the 85th minute when Qingdao's goalkeeper Lu Yuntao made a stunning save to deny Shenzhen a second equaliser. The match went into extra time, but neither team could find a winner as the match ended 1-1.

In the end, it was a draw that left both sides still searching for their first win of the season and with their futures hanging in the balance. Both teams will be hoping for a much better result in the coming weeks as they look to secure their place in the CSL for another season.