Guangdong's Guoan Football Club suffered their second consecutive defeat in the 18th round of the Chinese Super League on Sunday, with their hopes of challenging for the top four fading away. The team was defeated by Shanghai SIPG, who now hold a two-point lead over Guoan in third place.

Despite the setback, Guoan coach Gu Zhiqiang remained positive about his team's performance and believed that they still have a chance to make up for their mistakes. "We know we made some errors during the match, but I believe our players will learn from this experience and improve themselves," he said.

The loss has also left Guoan with just one win in their last six matches, which has put pressure on the team to perform better in the remaining games. However, the club is not giving up hope and is determined to fight until the end of the season.

For Guangdong fans, it has been a tough few weeks as the team continues to struggle on the pitch. Despite the disappointment, they remain optimistic about the future of the team and are looking forward to seeing them perform well in the remaining matches.

In conclusion, while the loss against Shanghai SIPG was a setback for Guoan, the team remains committed to improving and fighting until the end of the season. With the league still ahead of them, there is always a chance for them to turn things around and challenge for the top four places.