Chongqing Chunlei FC continued their strong start to the tournament with a 2-1 home win over Shenzhen Jixiang in the Chinese Football Association Member Association Champions League on September 20, 2025. This result completed a double over Shenzhen for Chongqing in the group stage, following their earlier away victory, and solidified their position at the top of the standings. The match, kicking off at 7:35 PM, was a closely fought contest, with Chongqing likely taking the lead before Shenzhen equalized. A late winner for the home side sparked celebrations and secured another vital three points. The victory demonstrated Chongqing Chunlei's resilience and ability to grind out results, making them a formidable opponent in the competition. The Shenzhen Jixiang manager was left frustrated by another narrow defeat to the same opponent. The Chongqing coach highlighted his team's fighting spirit and mental strength in a post-match interview.