Wei Shihao scored his first goal for Chengdu Rongcheng in a 3-0 victory over Zhejiang FC in the fifth round of the Chinese Super League (CSL) on Wednesday.
Andrigo (R) of Chengdu Rongcheng shoots during the 2024 season Chinese Football Association Super League (CSL) 5th round match between Chengdu Rongcheng and Zhejiang FC in Chengdu, southwest China's Sichuan Province, April 10, 2024. (Xinhua/Wang Xi)
Chengdu broke the deadlock in the 23rd minute, when Timo Letshcert volleyed home his first CSL goal after a headed pass from Zhou Dingyang in a corner kick.
Chinese international striker Wei, who joined Chengdu this season, opened his scoresheet in the 71st minute as Tang Miao's precise cross set up a free header for him in the goal area.
Seven minutes later, Andrigo unleashed a powerful volley to seal the home team's victory.
With three straight wins, Chengdu moves up to second place in the league table with 12 points, three points behind leader Shanghai Shenhua.
Second-half goals from Andrea Compagno, Albion Ademi and Shi Yan moved Tianjin Jinmen Tiger past newly-promoted Qingdao West Coast 3-1.
Elsewhere, Cangzhou Mighty Lions beat Changchun Yatai 2-0 at home, while Meizhou Hakka held Qingdao Hainiu to a goalless draw.
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