In a riveting Chinese Super League clash, Wuhan Three Towns staged a stunning comeback at home against Beijing Guoan, salvaging a point in a 4-4 draw despite trailing 4-1 with only minutes remaining.
Beijing Guoan opened the scoring early; in the third minute, Fabio Abreu capitalized on a deflected finish before setting up Zhang Yuning to double the lead in the 23rd minute. The visitors appeared in control until Wuhan Three Towns sparked their resurgence.
In the 31st minute, a brilliant long-range strike from Manuel Palacious signaled a change in momentum. Just three minutes later, a well-executed header from Serginho temporarily restored a two-goal advantage for Guoan, leaving them ahead 3-1 at halftime.
The second half brought further drama when Yang Liyu extended Guoan's lead to 4-1. However, Wuhan Three Towns refused to yield. With time running out, Zhong Jinbao ignited a late comeback with a low finish, followed by Gustavo Sauer converting a penalty after a handball by Wang Gang in stoppage time. The rally was completed in the 10th minute of added time, as Zhang Zhenyang headed in a corner kick to level the score at 4-4.
This thrilling match not only highlights the unpredictable passion of football but also carries early season implications, with Beijing Guoan sitting in fifth place while Wuhan Three Towns find themselves at 13th. The dramatic turnaround is a testament to resilience and the enduring spirit of the game.
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Wuhan Three Towns rally to force 4-4 draw against Beijing Guoan in CSL
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