Chengdu Rongcheng loses title opportunity on final day of Chinese league season
The Guardian Sport • 1 min read • Latest: Nov 8, 2026, 10:10 AM
Last updated Nov 8, 2026
Chengdu Rongcheng, managed by John Aloisi, was unable to secure the Chinese Super League title, losing their final match of the season 3-2 against Shandong Taishan. This defeat marked their fourth consecutive loss, during which they dropped from a 12-point lead to finish with only one point from their last five matches. Meanwhile, Dalian Yingbo FC clinched the title by winning 3-1 against Tianjin Tiger, completing a remarkable turnaround after closing the season with five straight victories. The final day of action saw dramatic shifts in the standings as Chengdu's slip allowed Dalian to overtake them for the championship.
- •Chengdu Rongcheng loses 3-2 to Shandong Taishan on the season's final day.
- •Dalian Yingbo FC wins the league title following a 3-1 victory over Tianjin Tiger.
- •Chengdu relinquished a 12-point lead in the standings over the final matches.
- •The defeat left Chengdu with just one point in their last five games.
- •Dalian completed a five-game winning streak to secure the championship.
- 10:10 AMThe Guardian Sport — John Aloisi’s Chengdu choke to blow title chances on final day of Chinese season
"Chengdu lose their final four games to give up a 12-point lead Dalian Yingbo FC claim title on drama-laden day in China John Aloisi’s Chengdu Rongcheng let the Chinese Super League title slip from their grasp on the last day of the season, losing their fourth consecutive game as rivals Dalian Yingbo pipped them to the trophy following their fifth straight win. Dalian completed a remarkable comeback by overhauling Chengdu’s lead, which once stood at 12 points, with Aloisi’s side picking up just one point in their last five matches. On the league’s final day, Chengdu lost 3-2 to Shandong Taishan, while Dalian’s 3-1 victory over Tianjin Tiger earned Li Guozu’s side the trophy. Continue reading...
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