Suzhou Dongwu 2 – 2 Guangdong Guangzhou Power
Chinese Football League 1 | July 4, 2026 | 19:00
Suzhou Dongwu and Guangdong Guangzhou Power played out an entertaining 2‑2 draw at Suzhou Sports Center. The match featured two quick-fire goals in each half, leaving both teams with mixed feelings about the result.
Blistering Start and a Rapid Response
Guangdong Guangzhou Power stunned the home crowd by taking the lead inside 4 minutes. A clever through ball split the Suzhou defence, and striker Chen Hao curled a first‑time finish beyond the goalkeeper. Suzhou responded immediately – just two minutes later, a long throw‑in caused chaos in the penalty area, and defender Wang Peng scrambled the ball home from close range. The first half ended 1‑1, with both sides creating half‑chances.
Second‑Half Drama
The second half followed a similar pattern. Suzhou Dongwu seized control and went ahead in the 67th minute when midfielder Liu Fang converted a penalty after a handball in the box. But Guangdong Guangzhou Power refused to wilt. With ten minutes remaining, a swift break down the left wing ended with substitute Li Jie cutting inside and firing a low shot into the far corner. Despite late pressure from both teams, the score remained level.
Standout Figures
- Chen Hao (Guangdong GZ Power) – opened the scoring and caused problems throughout.
- Wang Peng (Suzhou Dongwu) – scored the equaliser and was solid at the back.
- Referee performance – the penalty decision was controversial but well taken.
League Context
Both sides remain in the middle of the League 1 table. For Suzhou Dongwu, the draw extends their unbeaten run to four matches, while Guangdong Guangzhou Power will be encouraged by their fighting spirit on the road.

