CANGZOU F.C. has secured the safety of their league position in China's second-tier league with a 1-0 win over Tianjin Teda on Sunday.
The team is currently ranked fourth in the Chinese Super League and they have already qualified for the top tier of football after finishing third last season.
However, the club faced a tough challenge this season as they lost several key players to injuries or retirement, including midfielder Zhou Xiaoyu, who was injured in a match against Beijing Guoan FC.
Despite this setback, Cangzhou F.C. continued to perform well, scoring three goals in their first half and securing a 1-0 victory over Tianjin Teda.
The result was a relief for the team, who had been struggling to stay alive in the league. They now have a chance to move up into the top tier of Chinese football.
"We were down by two points at the end of the season but we managed to come back and beat Tianjin Teda," said manager Wang Yuxian. "It was a good game and we're very happy about it."
The team will now focus on preparing for the upcoming matches in the Chinese Super League. With a solid performance, they could potentially qualify for the top tier of Chinese football.
In conclusion, Cangzhou F.C. has proven that they can bounce back from setbacks and secure safety in the Chinese Super League. The team remains optimistic about their future success in the league.