The match between Shanghai Shenhua and Tianjin Jinmen Tigers ended in a 0-0 draw in the 11th round of the 2024 Chinese Super League. The match was the first of the season for Shanghai Shenhua in which they failed to score a goal, but despite this, they remain undefeated and three points ahead of the harbor team.
During the match, both teams showed a very high level of competitiveness and tactical skills. Shanghai Shenhua created a lot of chances in the attacking end, but the defense of Tianjin Jinmen Tigers was very tight, and the goalkeepers Fang Jingqi and Bao Yaxiong both made wonderful saves, and successfully dissolved many attacks of Shenhua.
In the 32nd minute, Shanghai Shenhua created a great scoring opportunity. Gao Tianyi sent a precise pass in front of the field, Tianjin Jinmen Tiger's defenders made a mistake, Xie Pengfei got a one-touch chance. However, the ball hit the post and bounced out of the goalkeeper's face, missing the chance to score.
After that, both teams exchanged attacks and defenses during the game, but neither team was able to capitalize on their chances. Shanghai Shenhua's Jiang Shenglong and Cao Yunding attempted several shots on goal, but they were successfully deflected by Tianjin Jinmen Tiger's defenders and goalkeeper.
In the 80th minute, Wang Qiuming received a direct ball from a teammate in the penalty area and fired a left-footed shot, but the ball was deflected off the line. This was the closest Tianjin Jinmen Tigers could come to scoring a goal, but ultimately failed to capitalize on it.
In the end, both teams were unable to break the deadlock in the 90-minute match, which ended with a 0-0 scoreline. Although Shanghai Shenhua failed to score, they still maintained their undefeated record and are 3 points ahead of the Harbor Team.
