Dalian Yingbo 2–3 Qingdao West Coast | Chinese Super League | May 15, 2026

Thrilling Comeback Seals Qingdao West Coast’s Gritty Win at Dalian

Qingdao West Coast produced a stunning second‑half revival to defeat Dalian Yingbo 3‑2 in a pulsating Chinese Super League encounter at the Dalian Sports Centre Stadium on May 15, 2026. The visitors overturned a two‑goal deficit after the interval, earning their first away victory of the season and moving clear of the relegation zone.

First‑Half Dominance from Dalian

Dalian Yingbo started with intensity, pressing high and exploiting space behind the West Coast full‑backs. The home side struck twice inside the opening 25 minutes. Striker Fei Yu opened the scoring with a crisp left‑footed finish after a flowing move down the right, and midfielder Zhang Jie doubled the lead with a powerful header from a corner. At that stage, Dalian looked in complete control, with their aggressive 4‑3‑3 formation overrunning West Coast’s midfield.

Qingdao’s Tactical Adjustment

Qingdao West Coast head coach Zhao Peng made a decisive tactical switch at half‑time, shifting to a 4‑2‑3‑1 and introducing wingers Marcos Silva and Chen Hao. The changes immediately paid off. In the 52nd minute, Silva curled a free‑kick from the edge of the box into the top corner, reducing the deficit. West Coast’s confidence grew, and ten minutes later, midfielder Li Wei equalised with a scrappy close‑range finish after a goalmouth scramble.

Late Drama and Winning Goal

With the match finely poised, both teams pushed for a winner. In the 83rd minute, Qingdao West Coast completed the turnaround when substitute Wang Lei tapped in from a low cross, sparking wild celebrations. Dalian Yingbo pressed for an equaliser but were denied by resolute defending and a fine save from goalkeeper Jiang Tao. The final whistle confirmed a memorable comeback for the visitors.

Impact on the Standings

The result lifted Qingdao West Coast to 12th place with 16 points, while Dalian Yingbo remained in 9th with 19, missing a chance to climb into the top half. For Dalian, the defeat highlighted enduring defensive fragility, while West Coast’s resilience under pressure suggests they could be a tough side to beat as the season progresses.