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Ighalo’s Prowess Shines as Changchun Yatai Secures Victory in CSL Clash
In a riveting display of skill and determination, Odion Ighalo showcased his goal-scoring prowess, securing his seventh goal of the season in a spectacular home win for Changchun Yatai against Shanghai SIPG. The clash, held on a crisp Sunday morning (Nigerian time), unfolded as a testament to the thrilling intensity of the Chinese Super League (CSL).
Ighalo, coming off a remarkable four-goal performance against Guizhou Hengfeng in the previous weekend, wasted no time in making his mark on the match. The former Watford striker netted the opening goal in the 14th minute, steering Changchun Yatai into an early lead.
Despite a valiant attempt that saw Ighalo narrowly miss a chance to make it 2-0 in the 36th minute, Shanghai SIPG FC managed to level the scoreline in the 41st minute, thanks to Lei Wu’s well-executed tap-in.
Undeterred, Ighalo reclaimed the lead for his team in the 69th minute, notching his seventh goal of the season in the CSL. The intensity of the match reached its peak when Shanghai squandered an opportunity to draw level, with Hulk failing to convert a penalty kick in the 77th minute.The victory marks Changchun Yatai’s third win of the season, propelling them to the seventh position in the CSL table with 11 points from eight games. The team’s commendable performance underscores their growing prominence in the league, setting the stage for an exciting journey ahead.
