CSL

Nikica Jelavic secured a 1-1 draw for Guizhou Zhicheng against Liaoning Whowin but the Chinese Super League opener drew a sparse crowd.

China has big plans for football and has set short, medium and long-term goals to become a "footballing superpower" by 2050.

Axel Witsel Axel Witsel had looked likely to join Juventus, but will now become the latest recruit to join the Chinese Super League.

Patrick Vieira Patrick Vieira believes MLS is growing at a similar pace to what the Premier League did.

Diego Costa CSL side Tianjin Quanjian have vowed to battle for the world's best footballers, including Chelsea striker Diego Costa.

Manuel Pellegrini Ripamonti West Ham's reported pursuit of Manuel Pellegrini may be nearing a conclusion after he left CSL side Hebei China Fortune on Saturday.

Beijing Guoan Beijing Guoan maintained their perfect start to the season to keep pace with Guangzhou Evergrande at the top of the Chinese Super League.

Carlo Ancelotti Carlo Ancelotti preferred to field serious questions on Bayern Munich's Champions League match with Anderlecht after dismissing CSL links.

Guangzhou Guangzhou Evergrande moved a step closer to the Chinese Super League title with a thrilling 4-3 win over city rivals Guangzhou R and F.

Shanghai East Asia Shanghai SIPG moved level with third-placed Guangzhou R and F in the Chinese Super League thanks to a 2-1 win over Changchun Yatai.