Shanghai (w) U18 solidified their status as tournament favorites with a commanding 5-0 win over Jiangsu (w) U18 in a top-of-the-table CFA National U-18 Women's Football Championship clash on December 22, 2025. The 10:00 AM match was highly anticipated but turned into a showcase of Shanghai's superiority as they dismantled a strong Jiangsu side. Shanghai set the tone early, scoring a quick goal to put Jiangsu on the back foot. They controlled possession and added two more before halftime, effectively ending the contest. The second half saw Shanghai manage the game and add further gloss to the scoreline with another couple of goals. The key focus was Shanghai's tactical discipline and clinical edge in a match between two contenders, making a massive statement to the rest of the championship. This result virtually guaranteed Shanghai would finish the group stage in first place, while dealing a significant blow to Jiangsu's aspirations. The standout performance was Shanghai's collective strength, with both defense and attack functioning perfectly. Post-match, the Shanghai coach would have praised the team's big-game mentality. This victory was arguably the most impressive of Shanghai's campaign given the quality of the opposition.