The Sichuan Derby in the Chinese Football Super League delivered a tense and entertaining 1-1 draw as Chengdu Rongcheng hosted newly promoted Chongqing Tonglianglong at the Phoenix Mountain Sports Center. The match, played on July 11, 2026, under the floodlights at 20:00 local time, saw both sides show attacking intent but ultimately share the spoils.

Chengdu Rongcheng, buoyed by their passionate home support, took the lead in the first half through a well-worked move. However, Chongqing Tonglianglong, fighting for survival in their debut top-flight season, showed resilience and equalized after the break. The goal came from a set-piece situation, capitalizing on a momentary lapse in the Chengdu defense. The 1-1 result leaves both teams with a point each in the tightly contested Super League standings.

Match Highlights

• First Half: Chengdu dominated possession and broke the deadlock around the 35th minute with a clinical finish from inside the box. The home side’s pressing game caused problems for Chongqing’s backline.
• Second Half: Chongqing came out stronger and leveled the match in the 58th minute. A corner kick was met by a towering header that beat the Chengdu goalkeeper.
• Late Drama: Both teams pushed for a winner in the final 20 minutes, but clear-cut chances were scarce. Chengdu midfielder Zhou Dingyang saw a long-range effort saved, while Chongqing’s counter-attacks were thwarted by the offside trap.

Standout Players

Chengdu’s Brazilian forward Felipe Silva was a constant threat with his dribbling, while Chongqing’s captain, midfielder Chen Tao, controlled the tempo and provided the assist for the equalizer. The result keeps Chengdu in the upper half of the table, while Chongqing gains a valuable away point in their fight against relegation.

The Sichuan rivalry continues to produce compelling football, and this draw sets up an intriguing return fixture later in the season.