Guangzhou FC, one of the most successful clubs in Chinese football, claimed victory in their opening game of the China League One (CSL) season on Saturday night. The match was played at the Tianhe Sports Center in Guangzhou and saw the hosts defeat Shanghai Shenxin 2-1.

The first half of the match was dominated by Guangzhou FC, who created several opportunities to score but were unable to convert them into goals. However, in the second half, they finally broke through and took the lead with a goal from midfielder Lu Shuheng in the 64th minute.

Shanghai Shenxin fought back and equalized in the 88th minute through forward Li Xinjian, but Guangzhou FC managed to hold on for the win and keep their hopes alive in the competition.

The victory was a significant boost for Guangzhou FC, who had struggled to find form in recent seasons. They have been in the relegation zone in the CSL for much of the last few years and this win will give them some momentum going forward.

Coach Guan Xiaobing praised his players' resilience and determination after the match, saying that they showed "a lot of spirit" and "believe in themselves". He also acknowledged that it was a difficult match against a strong opponent, but he believes that they can continue to improve and compete at the top level of Chinese football.

Overall, Guangzhou FC's victory in the CSL opener is a positive sign for the club and its fans. It shows that they have what it takes to be competitive at the highest level of Chinese football and could go on to have a successful season.