September 8: Henan FC 0-0 Chengdu Rongcheng, Chongqing Tonglianglong 1-3 Shanghai Shenhua, Yunnan Yukun 5-0 Liaoning Tieren

Several major matches in the 26th round of the Chinese Super League have all been completed, bringing another round of changes to the standings. Many teams are fighting hard for positions and survival, with some securing big wins to build momentum and others grabbing points to stay alive, while the biggest suspense of the season—the destination of the Chinese Super League title—has entered the final countdown.

Henan FC 0-0 Chengdu Rongcheng

The most-watched match of this round was Chengdu Rongcheng's title push. Rongcheng previously held a huge points advantage, and a victory away against Henan FC would have allowed them to win the first Chinese Super League title in club history four rounds early and create a new record for western football. However, facing a very resilient Henan defense, Rongcheng could not break through throughout the match, and the two sides ended in a 0-0 draw, delaying their title-clinching plan.

Although Rongcheng did not win the title this round, their overall title situation is almost settled. With only four rounds remaining, Rongcheng needs just one more point to secure the Chinese Super League championship. Across the league, Rongcheng only has a theoretical chance of losing the title: they would need to lose all four remaining matches while second-place Dalian Yingbo would need to win all four, a scenario that is almost impossible.

Chongqing Tonglianglong 1-3 Shanghai Shenhua

The other matches also provided plenty of highlights, with many ups and downs. Shanghai Shenhua took the initiative away from home, dominated Chongqing Tonglianglong throughout the match, built a large lead early, and eventually won 3-1, moving above their opponents in the standings and escaping their previous ranking difficulties. Tonglianglong, who have been struggling for form, continued their winless run, with little improvement in attack.

Yunnan Yukun 5-0 Liaoning Tieren

Yunnan Yukun displayed a powerful attacking performance at home, keeping Liaoning Tieren under pressure throughout the match. Kleber scored a hat-trick, Oscar provided two assists, and Yunnan eventually won 5-0 to secure consecutive home victories, with their attacking efficiency ranking among the league's best.

Tianjin Jinmen Tiger 2-1 Zhejiang FC

Tianjin Jinmen Tiger, who were in the relegation zone, earned crucial three points by narrowly defeating Zhejiang FC 2-1. The result ended their poor run without a win in several rounds and kept their survival hopes alive.

The Chinese Super League situation is becoming clearer, with the title race, ranking battle, and relegation fight all taking shape. Rongcheng's championship trophy is almost within reach, and their next home match against Jinmen Tiger will most likely be the title-clinching game. A new stage of the Chinese Super League is about to officially begin.