The Chinese Super League （CSL） is the top tier of professional football in China. Currently, there are 16 teams competing in the league each season. Some of the most prominent teams include Guangzhou Evergrande Taobao, Beijing Guoan, Shanghai SIPG, and Shandong Luneng. These teams have gained international recognition through significant investments in both domestic and foreign talent.
The league structure follows a promotion and relegation system with the China League One. Teams play each other twice （home and away） in a round-robin format. The season typically runs from March to November. The CSL has grown rapidly in recent years, attracting global stars and increasing its international viewership.
Infrastructure development has been a key focus, with many clubs building modern stadiums and training facilities. The league\“s commercialization has also expanded, with broadcasting rights sold to multiple international markets. This growth reflects China\“s broader ambitions in football development. |
