September 8, 2025
Super League Return
On November 2, 2019, the city of Shijiazhuang held its breath. After 1,102 days in China League One, Shijiazhuang Ever Bright stood on the edge of a miraculous return to the Chinese Super League. But this was more than a match, it was the culmination of three years of resilience, tactical mastery, and unwavering belief, guided by celebrated coach Afshin Ghotbi. Setting the Stage for a Legendary Comeback The final day of the 2019 season was stacked against Shijiazhuang. Promotion required not only a win on the pitch but also …




