Nanjing City's soccer journey was slightly unfortunate, with an unexpected loss leaving regrets in the standings. However, their performance in the second phase is noteworthy and they are currently sitting in the middle of the table with 18 points. The team's lineup is similar to last season's, and while the ambition to hit the Chinese Super League is undiminished, the relegation pressure is minimal.
In contrast, Sichuan Jiuniu's outburst has been a pleasant surprise, winning two consecutive rounds by shutout, climbing to 29 points and ranking fourth. JiuNiu's potential to reach the Super League should not be underestimated, and the investment this season is also quite targeted. However, the competition is more fierce than expected, and JiuNiu's road to the Super League does not seem to be smooth.
In the match between Guangxi Pingguo Hazhong and Shaanxi Chang'an Athletic, both sides had nothing to do in the first half, and Pingguo Hazhong still insisted on solid defense and waited for a chance. In the second half, Chang'an Athletic attacked like a tide, and Tambu broke the deadlock with a turnaround shot in the 77th minute. The final score was 1-0, Chang'an Athletic won.
Pinko Hahoe lost again with 0-1, although the goal conceded was not too late, but it was near the end of the match. After 13 consecutive rounds without a win, the team is in a worrying situation, with a poor record despite a lot of investment. The performance of the offense is especially bad, with four consecutive rounds of no score.
Shaanxi Chang'an Athletic had the last laugh on the table, remaining undefeated for eight consecutive rounds, albeit with more draws. The Northwest Wolves have made a lot of moves in terms of reinforcements, but the effect is limited, and even lost some of their main players. It seems that the dream of Northwest Wolves to reach the Super League will be dashed, and the goal of this season may change to relegate to the Central League.
