On the evening of April 11th, the most anticipated game of Round 5 of the 2025/2026 Sichuan's City Football League (Sichuan Super League) kicked off at Nanhu Sports Center, featuring a fierce showdown between Zigong's Dengcheng Shenlong team and Mianyang Jiuzhou Changhong team. That night, the ‘South vs. North’ Sichuan clash thrilled fans with an exciting contest, ultimately ending in a 0–0 stalemate.

Fans cheering and chanting

Performance Show

From the start, both teams launched attacks and defended with intensity, trading offensive pushes. The first half ended goalless. After the break, the battle remained fiercely contested. In the 83rd minute, the most controversial moment unfolded—Zigong player Wu Gang connected with a corner kick and headed the ball into the net. However, after a video review, the referee ruled that teammate Yang Hang had obstructed the opposing goalkeeper during the attack, disallowing the goal. As the final whistle blew, the score remained 0–0.

At the Match

Prior to this game, both teams had advanced from the top of their respective groups. Their performances in the finals had seen ups and downs. The draw denied Zigong a golden opportunity to solidify a top-four position, putting them under greater pressure as they prepare to compete against Nanchong and Chengdu next. For Mianyang, taking a point away from home was a strategic gain, halting their away-game struggles while effectively testing their defensive resilience under pressure.

After the match, Mianyang's head coach noted that Both teams displayed their tactical strengths and executed their plans as intended, delivering a high-quality contest. Zigong's coach added that the two teams shared similar tactical systems and comparable overall strength, treating fans to a splendid football match.