On September 28, the 23rd round of the Chinese League A, Jiangsu Kunshan and Nantong Zhiyun two strong standings champion and runner-up, the ambition to leapfrog to the Chinese Super League is clearly revealed. Oriental Sports Daily pointed out that the two dark horses of Jiangsu, may also plan to move one of their home stadiums to Nanjing, the capital of Jiangsu Province.
Currently, Kunshan has accumulated 59 points with 18 wins and 5 draws, while Nantong Zhiyun has collected 57 points with 17 wins and 6 draws. They are followed by Qingdao Hainiu with 47 points and Shijiazhuang Kung Fu with 46 points. The Jiangsu duo are 11 points ahead of the teams outside the promotion zone, and with this undefeated streak, it's only a matter of time before they make it to the top.
With the gradual restoration of the home and away system in the Chinese Super League this season, fans are expected to return to the stadium if the epidemic improves next year. Nantong Zhiyun's home field Rugao Sports Center has been known as the "Devil's home field", Kunshan team's home field is also full of passion, the two teams to succeed in the Super League, the atmosphere of the home field is eagerly awaited.
It has been reported that one of the Jiangsu duo might consider placing some of their home matches in Nanjing. Given that both teams are registered with the Jiangsu Provincial Football Association (JPFA), the city, which used to have a cloud of fans, may be able to witness the battle of the Chinese Super League next year as well.
