Chengdu Rongcheng secured their first-ever victory in the AFC Champions League Elite, defeating Gangwon Football Club 1-0 at home on September 30, 2025. The narrow win, earned in front of their home fans at 20:15, was a historic moment for the club. The only goal of the game came in the second half, a scrappy finish from a corner kick that sparked wild celebrations. Gangwon FC applied significant pressure in search of an equalizer, but the Chengdu defense held firm, with their goalkeeper making a crucial late save to preserve the clean sheet and the three points. This victory provided a massive confidence boost for Chengdu Rongcheng and gave their knockout stage hopes a realistic foundation. The result also meant Gangwon FC started their campaign with a defeat, putting immediate pressure on the Korean side. The Chengdu manager praised his team's resilience and fighting spirit in securing such an important result.