In the CSL Round 9 match, Dalian faced Qingdao in the first leg of their two-legged tie. The game ended in a 1-1 draw after extra time.
Dalian took the lead early in the second half through a header from Guo Xiaoyu. However, Qingdao equalized just before the end of regulation time with a goal from Li Hong.
The teams went into the third period with a similar scoreline, but Dalian managed to secure the victory with a goal from Song Jiaohua.
Despite being down by one goal at halftime, Dalian's resilience proved too much for Qingdao as they scored twice in the closing stages of the match.
Overall, the game was a strong display of both sides' skill and determination. Both teams showed great composure under pressure, and their performances were impressive.
It will be interesting to see how this game unfolds in the second leg when the teams meet again on Sunday.