Following Chengdu's 4-0 victory over Zhejiang, Tianjin's 4-2 upset against Beijing Guoan, and Shanghai Port's 4-0 win, the latest CSL standings are as follows.

On April 25 Beijing time, the seventh round of the Chinese Super League kicked off. In the three latest finished matches, top-ranked Chengdu dominated at home with a 4-0 sweep of Zhejiang; Beijing Guoan was upset 4-2 by relegation-threatened Tianjin; defending champions Shanghai Port fired from multiple sources, overwhelming Wuhan Three Towns 4-0. Thus, the newest standings are out: Chengdu, unbeaten in seven rounds, leads with a five-point margin; Shanghai Port ranks 10th; Beijing Guoan is 11th; Tianjin has climbed to second-last position.

Chengdu versus Zhejiang. Chengdu has been outstanding this new season, maintaining an unbeaten record with five wins and one draw to lead the standings, making them the top title contenders. This round against Zhejiang, whose recent form has been poor with more losses than wins, saw both teams engage in an attacking battle. Chengdu played more efficiently, with their attacking group demonstrating exceptional ability to seize opportunities, quickly scoring consecutive goals. Ultimately, four players contributed with goals from various positions, sealing a 4-0 shutout against Zhejiang. After this commanding victory, Chengdu stays unbeaten in seven rounds, firmly holding the top spot and continuing their pursuit of the championship.

Beijing Guoan versus Tianjin. Beijing Guoan's start this season has also been unsatisfactory, with disappointing results. This round against Tianjin, who ranked last and face intense relegation pressure, produced a goal-filled contest. Tianjin posed significant threats in the first half, scoring twice in the final six minutes before halftime to take the lead. In the second half, Guoan launched a counterattack, threatening Tianjin's goal and quickly responding with two goals in two minutes to equalize 2-2. At the crucial moment, Gilles stepped up for Tianjin, netting twice to complete a brace, helping Tianjin upset Beijing Guoan 4-2. This surprising victory secured vital relegation points, allowing Tianjin to escape the bottom spot and alleviate some pressure.

Shanghai Port versus Wuhan Three Towns. The reigning champions Shanghai Port have seen their dominance significantly decline this season, having failed to win in three consecutive matches, facing immense pressure and a super-challenging title defense. Port's reduced attacking power stems mainly from insufficient midfield creativity. This round against Wuhan Three Towns, whose record is also poor with more losses than wins—essentially a weaker side—Port needed to go all out for three points. Indeed, Port unleashed a frenzy: though only scoring once in the first half, they erupted in the second half, opening their goal account and persistently adding three more goals. Consequently, four Port players scored from various positions, each contributing a goal in a 4-0 rout, marking a hard-earned rebound from their slump.

By Sports Fiction