The CSL Relegation play-off match between Shanghai Shenhua and Guangzhou Evergrande was a critical encounter for both teams. The match ended in a draw, leaving the two sides level on points with each other but with different records.

Shanghai Shenhua had been struggling to maintain their place in the top flight of Chinese football, having suffered defeats in recent matches. However, they were determined to secure their spot in the league next season by winning this match.

In contrast, Guangzhou Evergrande were also facing pressure from their rivals in the top flight. They needed to win this match to keep their position in the top tier and prevent relegation.

The match began with both teams playing aggressively, looking to gain an early advantage. However, it was Shanghai Shenhua who took the lead first. Their forward player scored a goal in the 28th minute, giving them a 1-0 lead at halftime.

Guangzhou Evergrande tried to come back into the game in the second half, but they failed to find the net. Shanghai Shenhua continued to dominate the match, creating more opportunities for themselves and limiting the chances of Guangzhou Evergrande.

Finally, in the 75th minute, Guangzhou Evergrande managed to equalize through a penalty kick. The score remained 1-1 until the end of the match, leaving both teams with the same number of points.

Despite the draw, Shanghai Shenhua will be happy with their performance in the match. They have shown that they can compete with the top teams in the league, even when they are not performing well. Meanwhile, Guangzhou Evergrande will need to improve their form if they want to avoid relegation.