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Guangzhou FC Disbands Amid Severe Financial Struggles

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Guangzhou FC Disbands Amid Severe Financial Struggles

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  • Guangzhou FC, once the most successful soccer club in China, has officially disbanded due to crippling debts.
  • The club, formerly known as Guangzhou Evergrande, failed to meet the Chinese Football Association’s financial requirements for the 2025 season.
  • Despite its glory years, winning eight Chinese Super League titles and two Asian Champions League titles, financial hardships led to its downfall.
  • In 2021, Evergrande reported debts exceeding $300 billion, which triggered a series of player departures and relegation.
  • On the same day, other clubs like Cangzhou Mighty Lions and Hunan Billows also announced their disbandment, highlighting a broader crisis in Chinese soccer.

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