In the first half, the four matches were very competitive. Super League leaders Shanghai Harbor met a stubborn resistance from Zhejiang. Although goals from Li Shenglong and Vargas had given them a two-goal lead, Zhejiang did not give up and Lucas recovered with a goal in the 77th minute. If Zhejiang doesn't have a good ability to take chances in this game, Shanghai Harbor Pass will be more difficult. The match between Changchun Yatai and Tianjin Jinmen Tigers was more intense. The two teams drew 2-2 in regular time and went on a 3-goal rampage in overtime. In the end, Tianjin Jinmenhu thrillingly advanced to meet Shanghai Harbor.
Beijing Guoan almost caused problems for themselves against Wuxi Central League side Wu Hook. After taking an early lead, he was pegged back in the 77th minute. In the end, Fabio and Zhang Yuning scored two goals in three minutes before the game ended to win 3-1 and advance as expected. Beijing Guoan's 8-4 opponent was defending champion Shanghai Shenhua. Shanghai Shenhua met a stubborn resistance from Shenzhen Xinpengcheng. In regular time and overtime, Shanghai Shenhua broke through. In the penalty shootout, Ma Zhen set up a goal to help Shanghai Shenhua advance with difficulty 5-3.
