Shanxi Xiangyu and Shenzhen Keysida played out a 2-2 draw in their Chinese FA Cup clash on January 22, 2026, sending the tie to a penalty shootout to determine who would advance. The match was a rollercoaster of emotions with both teams holding the lead at different stages. Shenzhen Keysida struck first, taking an early advantage. Shanxi Xiangyu fought back to level the score before halftime and then took the lead themselves early in the second half. Just as it seemed Shanxi would see out the win, Shenzhen Keysida scored a dramatic late equalizer in stoppage time to force penalties. The match was characterized by end-to-end action and a never-say-die attitude from both sides. The 2-2 draw was a fair reflection of a highly competitive and entertaining cup fixture that required spot-kicks to find a winner.