Henan's CSL returns after a long hiatus with a home win.

The Henan provincial sports club has returned to its traditional form following a long hiatus, with a thrilling victory over Shandong in the first match of the new season.

The match was played at the Xinjiang Stadium in Hanan on Saturday night and saw the Chinese national team goalkeeper Zhang Jilin make his return to action after nearly two years out with a broken ankle. The goal came just before halftime as Zhang made a save from a corner kick by Shandong's goalkeeper Lu Xiaoyu.

The match was a closely contested affair, with both teams struggling to break through their opponents' defenses. However, it was the performance of Shen Zhiwei that really stood out, who scored the winning goal with a powerful shot from distance.

Shen had been training hard for the season and had worked tirelessly to improve his skills. His determination paid off when he scored the winner with a powerful strike from the edge of the box. The goal sealed the win for Shen and helped him secure his place in the national team squad for the upcoming World Cup qualifiers.

However, this victory was not enough to bring the Chinese national team back to the top of the table. They will need to continue performing well throughout the rest of the season to maintain their status in the world footballing elite.

In conclusion, the Henan provincial sports club is now firmly established as one of China's top clubs and they look forward to continuing their successful journey into the next season.