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Inside Chinese Football


CSL Title Race is Shaping Up to be a Dramatic Showdown
The Chinese Super League (CSL) title race has been one of the most exciting stories in world football, defined by dramatic events and unexpected twists. Let’s break it down: For people unfamiliar with the league formatting, the CSL kicks off in late February, with teams playing 30 rounds through to November. Clubs must endure the grueling summer heat, with temperatures reaching nearly 40 degrees. As the season progresses, top teams face the additional challenge of playing i
Andrew Song
Oct 244 min read


Guangzhou FC: Fall of an Era
Once the crown jewel of Chinese football, Guangzhou FC, also formerly known as Guangzhou Evergrande, dominated Asian football with 8 CSL...
Andrew Song
Oct 112 min read


The Rise and Fall of the Chinese Super League
Written by Andrew Song When Oscar quietly left Shanghai Port FC in early 2025, few outside China paid attention. There were no official...
Andrew Song
Aug 53 min read
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