Guiyang defeats Beihai in the final of Guizhou's soccer invitational

The chengchao tournament, also known as the City Football Invitational Tournament Guiyang, draws 16 grassroots teams from Sichuan, Guangxi, Beijing, Hebei, and other regions. [Photo provided to chinadaily.com.cn]

The final of a soccer invitational featuring teams from 16 cities was held in Guiyang, Guizhou province. Guiyang defeated Beihai of Guangxi 1-0 to claim the title.

Fans cheer for the game. [Photo provided to chinadaily.com.cn]

The chengchao tournament, also known as the City Football Invitational Tournament Guiyang, was launched just over a month ago and drew teams from Sichuan, Guangxi, Beijing, Hebei, and other regions.

Performers with a large balloon perform during the game's halftime. [Photo provided to chinadaily.com.cn]

Over seven days, 16 grassroots sides representing their cities played 48 matches across the group stage, knockout rounds, and placement games.