The atmosphere at Beijing's Workers' Stadium was electric as 62,291 fans braved the heat to witness an exciting clash between Beijing Guoan and Shanghai Shenhua, setting a new attendance record for the Chinese Super League in the 2025 season. Shenhua secured a decisive 3-1 victory over Guoan, which was significant as it was Guoan’s first loss at home this season, and this result propelled Shenhua to the forefront of the league standings.
The game started off intensely, with Shenhua's new recruit, Luis Asue, and captain Wu Xi both scoring within the first 21 minutes, giving their side an early two-goal advantage. Although Guoan’s midfielder Guga managed to score and narrow the gap in the 26th minute, they were unable to level the match. Veteran player Yu Hanchao sealed Shenhua's win with a goal in extra time.
The excitement surrounding this matchup was palpable prior to the event, with tickets selling out in a mere two minutes upon release on July 13, as reported by local media. The match was further characterized by the impressive giant tifos that celebrated Beijing's cultural heritage, showcasing figures like the mythological god Ne Zha, highlighting the city's rich history. The previous league attendance record of 61,185 was noted, which had been achieved in the earlier match between Dalian Yingbo and Guoan. The all-time record, however, remains with the national team match that pulled in 70,588 fans in March 2025, underlining the growing enthusiasm for football in the country.
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