Ningbo Professional Football Club 3-1 Changchun Yatai | Chinese Football League 1

Ningbo Professional Football Club produced a commanding performance to defeat Changchun Yatai 3-1 in the Chinese Football League 1 on May 3, 2026, continuing their strong run of form at home. The victory showcased Ningbo's attacking prowess and clinical finishing in front of their passionate supporters.

The home side started brightly and took the lead inside the opening 20 minutes. A well-worked team move ended with a composed finish from Ningbo's striker, who found the bottom corner to make it 1-0. Changchun Yatai responded positively, equalizing just before the half-hour mark with a powerful header from a corner kick, bringing the scores level at 1-1 at halftime.

However, Ningbo Professional FC stepped up their game in the second half. They regained the lead early in the period when their winger cut inside and unleashed a curling shot that nestled into the top corner. The home side continued to press forward, and they sealed the victory with a third goal ten minutes from time, a tap-in after a defensive mix-up in the Changchun backline.

For Changchun Yatai, the defeat was a setback in their push for promotion contention. Ningbo, meanwhile, moved up the League 1 table, reinforcing their status as a team to watch this season. Their ability to control the tempo and finish their chances made the difference in a match that had looked evenly poised at halftime.