Shenzhen meets Dalian with renewed suspense
Qingdao Hainiu, a promoted team, narrowly beat Shenzhen 2-1 in the first round, but then Shenzhen fell into a five-game losing streak, scoring six goals and conceding 11 to finish at the bottom of the league. The team lost 1-3 to Shenhua at home, and the relegation situation is worrying. The team's tactics are one-dimensional, relying on Achim Peng and Alessandrini for offense. Dalianjin won one game but ranked 10th, with a weak offense and weak defense. Lin Liangming is back in form, and Yan Xiangguan is on fire, becoming a key player for Dalian.
Manatee meets Hakka, seeks change with third straight loss
Qingdao Hainiu lost three in a row, Meizhou Hakka is coming on strong. Manatee has 1 win, 1 draw and 4 losses, defense is the main problem. Hakka won 4-2 against Changchun Yatai in the last round, and now has 2 wins, 2 draws and 2 losses, with the return of central midfielder Kosovic, and Lobzanidze's status undecided.
Rongcheng vs. Yatai, a duel between offense and defense
Chengdu Rongcheng hosted Changchun Yatai, Rongcheng had 3 wins and 3 draws, with strong offense. Yatai have 3 wins, 1 draw and 2 losses, with keeper Wu Yak Ke in shaky form and Leonardo's goal scoring momentum.
Lions Tarzan clash, Cangzhou strives to rebound
The Cangzhou Lions are unbeaten in their last three games and climbed to eleventh. Taishan shrugged off a poor start, but fitness issues are showing. Fellaini's form is on the rise, but Jadson's injury is a concern.
Jinmen Tigers vs. Henan, a draw and a rematch
Tianjin Jinmen Tigers won 2 and drew 4, remaining undefeated. Henan is winless and lack of offense. Barton is in hot form, Henan need to improve their offense.
Zhejiang Harbor, Away Challenge
Gaudi scores twice in Zhejiang's 2-1 win over Nantong Zhiyun. Harbour's generals are at odds, and with Vargas and Javier in a tense relationship, Zhejiang may be able to take advantage of the situation.
Guoan Zhiyun face-off, tie record hard to break
Beijing Guoan 1 win, 4 draws and 1 loss, with the most draws. Nantong Zhiyun, with 1 win, 2 draws and 3 losses, is looking for a breakthrough on the road against Guoan.
