Shandong Luneng fans hold up signs in their match against Jiangsu Suning in December. Photo: Xinhua
AFC Champions League: Chinese Cup holders Shandong Luneng expelled from regional event over financial issues
- The Chinese Super League side have had their club licence withdrawn by the AFC because of overdue payments and will not be able to compete this year
- Shandong were meant to face Hong Kong’s Kitchee, Thailand’s Port FC and one other team in group J of the tournament
Shandong Luneng fans hold up signs in their match against Jiangsu Suning in December. Photo: Xinhua