Suzhou Dongwu secured an important 2-1 away victory over Meizhou Hakka in a Chinese League One fixture on March 21, 2026. The win for Suzhou Dongwu was a significant result in their campaign, moving them away from the relegation zone, while Meizhou Hakka's inconsistent form continued at home. Suzhou started brightly and took a deserved lead in the 25th minute. Meizhou responded with intense pressure and managed to equalize just before halftime from a set-piece. The second half was a cagey affair until Suzhou Dongwu scored against the run of play with a swift counter-attack in the 70th minute. Meizhou threw everything forward in search of another equalizer, but the Suzhou defense held firm under considerable pressure, with their goalkeeper making a spectacular save in stoppage time to preserve the three points. The result shakes up the lower half of the League One table, giving Suhou Dongwu a crucial boost and leaving Meizhou Hakka looking over their shoulder. The Meizhou manager criticized his team's lack of concentration on the counter, while the Suzhou coach hailed his players' defensive discipline and fighting spirit.