Tianjin earns crucial victory as Chengdu stays atop CSL

BEIJING, May 31 (Xinhua) -- Tianjin Jinmen Tigers boosted their hopes of avoiding relegation with a 1-0 home victory over Dalian Yingbo in the 15th round of the 2026 Chinese Super League on Sunday.

Bottom-placed Tianjin secured only its third win of the season thanks to Aitor Cordoba's 10th-minute strike. The center back surged forward and converted from close range, as Tianjin claimed three valuable points.

In Friday's action, Liaoning Tieren continued its impressive form under new coach Seo Jung-Won, beating defending champion Shanghai Port 3-2 with Brazilian winger Jeffinho curling home the winner in the 85th minute.

Elsewhere, Qingdao West Coast drew 2-2 with Shanghai Shenhua, while Zhejiang FC beat Henan FC 2-0 away from home. League leader Chengdu Rongcheng maintained its position at the top of the table with a 1-0 victory over Shandong Taishan. Shenzhen Peng City defeated Qingdao Hainiu 3-2, Beijing Guoan earned a 3-2 away win against Chongqing Tonglianglong, and Wuhan Three Towns and Yunnan Yukun played out a 1-1 draw. Enditem