Guangzhou R&F, the Chinese Super League (CSL) side that has struggled to find its form this season, secured their first point of the 2021 campaign with a 1-0 win over Shenzhen FC on Saturday night.

The match at the Shenxin Stadium was a tough one for both teams, but Guangzhou were able to hold on and secure the victory thanks to a goal from substitute Zhang Ziyu in the 69th minute.

Despite being outplayed by their opponents throughout the game, Guangzhou showed resilience and determination to come away with all three points, despite the loss of key players due to injury.

It's been a difficult season for Guangzhou, who have struggled to adapt to new head coach Carlos Queiroz's tactics and have faced numerous injuries and suspensions.

However, with a solid performance against Shenzhen FC, Guangzhou have shown they still have what it takes to compete in the CSL, and could be looking towards the future with renewed confidence and motivation.

Overall, it was a positive result for Guangzhou, and a reminder of their potential to make a strong comeback in the coming weeks and months. With some key players returning from injury and a fresh start under new management, there is certainly hope for Guangzhou moving forward.