Nantong Zhiyun secured an important 2-0 away victory over Chongqing Tonglianglong in Chinese Football League 1 on August 9, 2025. The win, achieved with a professional performance, boosts Nantong's ambitions in the league table. Playing at 19:30, Nantong took control of the match early, scoring their first goal from a precise through ball that was finished with composure. They doubled their advantage in the second half from a set-piece, heading home a corner to put the game beyond doubt. Chongqing Tonglianglong struggled to create meaningful chances against a well-organized Nantong defense, with their best opportunity coming from a long-range effort that struck the crossbar. This result strengthens Nantong Zhiyun's position in the promotion race, while Chongqing faces a battle to move away from the lower reaches of the division.