Chongqing Tongliang Dragons played a 1-1 draw with Yunnan Yukun on April 29 in the 8th round away match of the Central League A, according to Football Daily. Tongliang Dragons may have a more difficult time to make it to the Super League this year, but are expected to be a variable in this season's Central League.
The Yuxi Plateau soccer stadium is considered to be the most challenging home stadium in the current China League One, with the high altitude having a significant impact on the players' fitness and physical condition. Although both Yunnan Yukun and Tongliang Dragons are newly promoted teams in this season's Central League, Yunnan Yukun is clearly ahead of Tongliang Dragons at this stage, both in terms of capital investment and overall strength. This Southwest Germany match was as intense as ever. These two teams have been rivals since the start of the Champions League era, and after both were promoted to the Central B League last year, the two sides drew in the two rounds they played, making it difficult to distinguish between the two. Their first meeting this season shows the high importance of both sides.
Just like the game during the S.League B period, this S.League Southwest Derby repeated the ending of a draw. But for Tongliang Dragons, it was not easy to win a point in such a difficult away game. Despite being highly regarded by outsiders, Chongqing Tongliang Dragons have not set a clear goal of reaching the Super League this year. Whether it is from the financial or other factors, it is still very difficult to realize the goal of the Super League this year. However, as a new Chinese League One team developed by participating in the National Games, it is not easy to achieve the current record.
According to Football Daily, Tongliang Dragons could be a dark horse in this season's Central League. It will be a tough task for both the strongest teams vying for supremacy and the relegation teams to get three points against them. Among the young players in the team, Xiang Yuwang has been a standout performer, scoring a few goals in the Central B and Central A leagues, winning the title of best young player in the Central B league last season, and was once selected for the National Olympic team. If he can continue to maintain his current form, the 20-year-old is expected to enter the national team's roster.
