Match Report: Zhenjiang Team 2–1 Huaian Team – Jiangsu City Football League

Zhenjiang Team secured a hard-fought 2–1 victory over Huaian Team in a thrilling Jiangsu City Football League encounter on 25 July 2026. The match, played under the floodlights at Zhenjiang Sports Centre, saw the home side edge a competitive contest that had both teams pushing for dominance from the first whistle.

First-Half Action

Zhenjiang started brightly and took the lead in the 22nd minute when striker Liu Wei pounced on a defensive mix‑up to slot home from close range. Huaian responded well, controlling possession for long spells but failing to test the goalkeeper until the 38th minute, when a long‑range effort sailed just over the bar. The home side went into the interval with a slender 1–0 advantage.

Second‑Half Drama

The second half burst into life when Huaian equalised in the 57th minute through a well‑worked corner, with defender Zhang Ming heading in from six yards. The visitors threatened to take control, but Zhenjiang rallied and regained the lead just ten minutes later. Midfielder Chen Jie capitalised on a swift counter‑attack, curling a left‑footed shot into the far corner past the helpless keeper.

Key Stats and Impact

• Possession: Zhenjiang 47% – 53% Huaian
• Shots on target: Zhenjiang 4 – 3 Huaian
• Corners: Zhenjiang 3 – 5 Huaian
• Yellow cards: Zhenjiang 2 – 1 Huaian

The victory lifts Zhenjiang into mid‑table in the Jiangsu City Football League standings, while Huaian remain just above the relegation zone. The result also extends Zhenjiang’s unbeaten home run to four matches, a streak that has injected confidence into the squad ahead of a tricky away fixture next weekend.

For Huaian, the narrow defeat will be a bitter pill to swallow after a spirited performance. Head coach Li Ming admitted his side “lacked a cutting edge in the final third” but praised their resilience. With the league entering its decisive phase, both teams will be desperate to pick up points in the coming rounds.