Dalian Pro League has been drawn into the relegation match in the upcoming season, according to Chinese Football Association (CFA) official Weibo account on Monday.
The team was relegated from the Super League last year after losing all their matches during the first round of the season and finishing bottom in the standings. The relegation match will be played at home against Tianjin Quanjian.
The CFA stated that Dalian's relegation was due to "serious violations" of football rules and regulations by the club. It is not clear what specific violations were committed by Dalian, but the league had previously announced that it would investigate any cases of misconduct or irregularities that may have occurred during the season.
The relegation match is expected to attract a lot of attention as it marks the end of Dalian's hopes of returning to the top tier of Chinese football. The team has struggled for form this season and has only managed one win in seven games so far.
Despite the setback, Dalian Pro League remains hopeful that they can turn things around and secure a spot in the next season's Super League. The team has a strong fan base and a talented squad of players, which gives them a chance of making a comeback.
In conclusion, Dalian's relegation match is a significant moment for the team and its fans. While the outcome of the match is uncertain, the team's supporters will be hoping for a positive result and a return to the top tier of Chinese football.