Beijing Guoan solidified their position as Chinese Super League frontrunners with a commanding 4-0 victory over Meizhou Hakka, powered by Angolan striker Fabio Abreu's first career CSL hat-trick. The win marks Guoan's 23-match unbeaten streak and 400th league victory since their founding.
Abreu broke his five-game scoring drought in spectacular fashion, opening his account in the 21st minute through a well-timed cutback from Brazilian winger Guga. The striker doubled Beijing's lead just before halftime, capitalizing on Uros Spajic's headed assist to showcase the team's aerial dominance.
Substitute Fang Hao electrified the second half with a 55th-minute strike, celebrating passionately with traveling fans amid transfer speculation. Abreu completed his treble in the 69th minute through Zhang Yuan's precision pass, taking his season tally to 11 goals – leading the CSL scoring race.
Meanwhile, Shanghai Shenhua kept pace with a 3-0 victory over Tianjin Jinmen Tiger, matching Guoan's 30 points but trailing on goal difference. The Shanghai side demonstrated clinical finishing through goals from Shinichi Chan, Jiang Shenglong, and Andre Luis.
As the league reaches its midway point, Beijing's combination of veteran leadership and emerging talent positions them as strong title contenders. Their next challenge comes against Zhejiang FC on June 26, while Shenhua faces Qingdao West Coast in a crucial match for table positioning.
