Guangzhou Evergrande have secured their safety in the Chinese Super League after beating Shandong Luneng Taishan 2-1 at home on Sunday.
The victory was a huge relief for Guangzhou, who were facing relegation after losing their previous three matches and being behind in the standings by two points.
Despite conceding an early goal to Guo Zhen, Guangzhou fought back and took the lead through goals from Li Tie and Zhang Wanyi in the second half.
Shandong then equalised with a late penalty, but Guangzhou held on for the win and ensured they will not be relegated this season.
The victory is a huge boost for Guangzhou's title hopes, as they currently sit third in the league table with 44 points, four clear of their nearest rivals, Jiangsu Suning.
With just six games remaining in the season, Guangzhou now have a chance to challenge for the title and secure their place in the top flight next season.
Overall, it was a much-needed victory for Guangzhou, who have struggled throughout the season. However, with some key players returning to fitness and a strong performance against one of their toughest opponents, there is still hope for them to make a real push for the title.