Chinese Super League Situation: Three Teams Draw and Exit Title Race Four Rounds Early; Championship Suspense Rests on Chengdu Rongcheng

On the evening of September 5 Beijing time, the 26th round of the Chinese Super League concluded, with several matches drawing attention. As Qingdao West Coast, Guoan and Taishan all failed to win in this round, they officially lost their chances of competing for the Chinese Super League title with four rounds remaining. At this point, Chengdu Rongcheng has become the main remaining contender for the championship, while Dalian Yingbo is their only opponent.

Before this round, Qingdao West Coast, Yingbo, Guoan and Taishan were considered teams with the potential to challenge Rongcheng's title position. However, in the actual matches, Qingdao West Coast drew 2-2 with Three Towns, Guoan and Shanghai Port fought to a 0-0 draw, and Taishan also failed to win against Shenzhen Peng City, ending in a 1-1 draw.

Following the conclusion of this round, even if Guoan, Qingdao West Coast and Taishan win all of their remaining four matches, their points totals still cannot surpass the current league-leading Chengdu Rongcheng. Therefore, theoretically speaking, these three teams have already announced their withdrawal from this season's championship race.

Meanwhile, Dalian Yingbo came from behind to defeat Qingdao Hainiu 2-1 at home, accumulating 40 points after 26 rounds of competition. If they win all four of their remaining matches, their total points would rise to 52, making them the only remaining opponent currently capable of threatening Rongcheng.

Despite the situation, Chengdu Rongcheng still holds the initiative in the title race. If they defeat Henan FC away from home tomorrow, their points total will reach 54, allowing them to secure the championship four rounds in advance. If the match ends in a draw, they will face a greater challenge because Rongcheng is at a disadvantage in head-to-head records, meaning the suspense over the Chinese Super League title would be forced to continue into the next round.