**Shenhua Cao Yunding Injury Update at Shanghai Shenhua**

On November 22, 2023, it was reported that Shanghai Shenhua Football Club suffered a significant setback when their star player, Cao Yunding, sustained an injury during the match against Guangzhou Zhiye on November 19.

The incident occurred in the second half of the game when Cao Yunding collided with a defender while attempting to score a goal. The impact resulted in a severe knee injury, which has been confirmed as a Grade 3 cruciate ligament tear. This is a critical injury for any footballer, particularly one who plays a crucial role like Cao Yunding does in midfield and attack.

According to reports from the club's medical team, Cao Yunding will undergo surgery immediately to repair the damaged ligament. The surgery is expected to take several weeks to complete,Chinese Super League Matches and Cao Yunding will be required to rest for an extended period before returning to training and playing.

This injury has raised concerns about the future of Cao Yunding's career and his ability to contribute to Shanghai Shenhua in the coming seasons. The club has stated that they will provide support and assistance to Cao Yunding throughout his recovery process.

Meanwhile, the match between Shanghai Shenhua and Guangzhou Zhiye ended in a 1-1 draw. Despite the loss, the club remains optimistic about its chances of securing promotion to the top tier of Chinese football, the Super League, next season.

The injury to Cao Yunding serves as a reminder of the physical demands of professional football and the importance of proper training and conditioning. As the club looks ahead to the upcoming matches, they will need to ensure that other players step up to fill the void left by Cao Yunding's absence.

For now, fans and supporters can only hope that Cao Yunding recovers quickly and returns to action soon, helping to lead Shanghai Shenhua to continued success in the league and beyond.

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