

The following match reports cover two fixtures from the Chinese Football League 2, played on 27 May 2026.
Haimen Codion 2–2 Shanghai Second – A Thrilling Stalemate in Chinese Football League 2
Haimen Codion and Shanghai Second served up a pulsating 2–2 draw in Chinese Football League 2 action on the evening of 27 May 2026. Played at Haimen Sports Centre under floodlights, the match saw both sides trade blows in an end-to-end contest that kept fans on the edge of their seats until the final whistle.
Match Overview
The home side started brightly, pressing high and forcing early errors from the Shanghai defence. Haimen Codion’s attacking intent paid off in the 18th minute when forward Li Wei latched onto a through ball and slotted calmly past the goalkeeper to make it 1–0. However, Shanghai Second responded quickly; just seven minutes later, Chen Yu curled a beautiful free kick over the wall and into the top corner, leaving the Haimen keeper with no chance.
Shanghai Second grew in confidence after the equaliser and took the lead shortly before half-time. A swift counter-attack caught the Haimen defence out of position, and Zhang Peng finished with a composed low shot into the far corner, making it 2–1 to the visitors at the break.
Second-Half Fightback
Haimen Codion came out with renewed energy after the interval. Head coach Wang Tao made a tactical adjustment, pushing his wingers wider to stretch the Shanghai backline. The change paid off in the 63rd minute when substitute Liu Qiang headed home from a corner kick, restoring parity at 2–2.
Both teams pushed for a winner in the closing stages. Haimen Codion thought they had scored when a powerful shot rattled the crossbar, while Shanghai Second almost snatched all three points with a late counter that was brilliantly saved by the home goalkeeper. Ultimately, neither side could find the decisive goal, and the match ended in a fair share of the spoils.
Key Performances and Tactical Battle
- Haimen Codion’s pressing game was effective in the first 20 minutes, but their high line was exploited twice by Shanghai’s quick transitions.
- Shanghai Second’s set-piece delivery was a constant threat, with the free-kick goal a highlight of their attacking arsenal.
- The introduction of Liu Qiang proved vital for Haimen; his physical presence in the box caused problems for the Shanghai defence.
Standings Impact
The draw leaves Haimen Codion in mid-table in Chinese Football League 2, while Shanghai Second remain just outside the promotion-playoff positions. Both teams will look to build on this performance in their upcoming fixtures. For Haimen, the resilience to fight back from a deficit shows character, while Shanghai will rue missed chances to close out the game.
Match date: 27 May 2026 | League: Chinese Football League 2