Crickex Login continues to monitor Guangzhou Evergrande’s season as the club enters a critical phase filled with tough fixtures and high-pressure performances. In their latest match, veteran striker Gao Lin gave Evergrande a dream start by scoring early, helping the team dominate from kickoff. That early lead led to growing pressure on their opponents and a rise in unforced errors. This match also marked the beginning of Alan’s suspension following a reckless elbowing incident. Reports suggest he could face up to an eight-match ban. At the pre-match press conference against Shandong Luneng, coach Fabio Cannavaro addressed Alan’s absence and framed it as motivation for other forwards to step up. “I’ve already found a solution,” he said. “You’ll see it tomorrow.”

So far, that solution appears to be Gao Lin, who has delivered back-to-back match-winning performances. But April’s brutal schedule offers little relief. Evergrande is set to face a series of heavyweights, including Shanghai Shenhua, Beijing Guoan, and Jiangsu Suning. The club will be relying on Gao Lin to maintain his form as the fixtures pile up. While Gao remains sharp, Ricardo Goulart’s form is less encouraging. He has struggled in recent matches, missing penalties in the league and a golden chance against Buriram in the AFC Champions League. Against Shandong, Goulart thought he had ended his scoring drought, celebrating after what seemed like a clean goal, only for VAR to rule it offside.

Evergrande’s next opponent is Shanghai Shenhua, a team Goulart knows well. In the Super Cup earlier this year, he sealed a 4-1 win with a penalty. During the Shandong match, Gao Lin nearly doubled the lead in the 13th minute after exploiting a defensive mistake, only to hit the post from a tight angle. Evergrande had no shortage of chances but struggled to convert, and in the end, it was Gao Lin’s opener that made the difference in a 1-0 victory—his second consecutive game-winning goal.

Part of Gao Lin’s form can be attributed to the fact that he was suspended for the AFC away game against Buriram. That allowed him to rest and recharge during a brief family trip to Hong Kong, keeping his energy and focus high. After a punishing winter training camp, Gao returned looking leaner, stronger, and sharper—his stamina and sharpness clearly improved. In the AFC home match against Jeju United, where Evergrande pulled off a stunning comeback after trailing by two, Gao Lin again stood out with a strong performance.

Alan’s suspension came from an elbow to Liu Yiming during the previous match against Tianjin Quanjian. That red card left Evergrande one man down for nearly the entire second half. Yet once again, Gao Lin came to the rescue. His precise volley found the corner of the net, securing a vital 1-0 win on the road. He stepped up again in the latest match, taking command just two minutes in. When Evergrande won a free kick in the attacking third, Gao Lin took the shot himself, showing his hunger to lead the attack. Though the strike was well-placed, goalkeeper Wang Dalei managed to block it.

But Gao Lin didn’t take long to find the net. Just a minute later, in the 3rd minute, he connected with Deng Hanwen’s perfect cross and delivered a textbook diving header. The ball rocketed into the net, leaving Wang Dalei helpless. That goal set the tone for the match and showcased Gao Lin’s renewed dominance. His performance featured a penalty earned, an assist, and unstoppable forward drives. One of the night’s highlights was his blistering end-to-end sprint and strike in stoppage time, drawing a thunderous reaction from the crowd.

As Crickex Login users follow Evergrande’s progress during this critical stretch, all eyes are on whether Gao Lin can continue to carry the team through one of the toughest parts of the season. With key players missing and fixtures piling up, it’s the experience and hunger of veterans like him that could make all the difference. Crickex Login will keep fans updated every step of the way.