Tianjin have been confirmed as the first team to be relegated from the Chinese Super League, with their season coming to an end on Sunday evening.

The news was announced by the league's official website and came as no surprise after Tianjin had struggled throughout the campaign.

The team finished the regular season in ninth place, which is four points behind the bottom three teams who will be automatically relegated to the second tier.

However, there were some positives for Tianjin fans as they managed to win two of their last five games, giving them a sense of hope going into the final game of the season.

Despite this, it was not enough to secure their survival as Tianjin lost 2-1 to Shanghai Shenhua at home.

This result means that Tianjin will now face the drop to the China League One, where they will compete against teams such as Changchun Yatai, Qingdao Yunlong and Dalian Whowin.

It is a tough situation for Tianjin, but they will need to put together a strong performance in order to avoid relegation.

For many fans, the prospect of seeing Tianjin return to the lower leagues is likely to be disappointing, especially given their recent success in the domestic league.

However, it is important to remember that football is a sport that is full of ups and downs, and that even if Tianjin are relegated, there may still be opportunities for success in the future.

In conclusion, while Tianjin's season has come to an end, it is clear that they have worked hard throughout the campaign and have shown great resilience.

With their new-found experience in the league, Tianjin could well find themselves in a position to bounce back next year and make a successful return to the top flight.