Shandong Taishan U20 1–2 Beijing Guoan U20

League: Chinese Football Association U-21 League
Date: 25 July 2026
Venue: Shandong Taishan Training Centre

Beijing Guoan U20 came from behind to beat Shandong Taishan U20 2‑1 in the Chinese Football Association U-21 League on Saturday. The visitors’ resilience earned them a valuable away victory and moved them into the top three of the standings.

Match Story

Shandong Taishan took an early lead in the 8th minute when midfielder Zhang Wei finished from close range after a corner was not cleared. The hosts dominated the opening 30 minutes but failed to extend their advantage. Beijing Guoan grew into the game and equalised in the 41st minute through winger Liu Jian, who cut inside and curled a shot into the far corner. The second half was tightly contested, but Beijing struck again in the 67th minute when substitute striker Yang Lei scored with a powerful header from a free‑kick. Shandong pushed for an equaliser but could not breach the Beijing defence.

Key Moments

• 8' – Zhang Wei’s tap‑in gave Shandong the perfect start.
• 41' – Liu Jian’s equaliser changed the momentum before half‑time.
• 67' – Yang Lei’s header proved to be the winner.

Turning Point

Beijing’s equaliser just before the break was crucial. Shandong had been the better side up to that point, and conceding so late in the half allowed Beijing to regroup and seize control in the second half.

Standout Player

Liu Jian (Beijing Guoan U20) – The winger was a constant threat and scored a vital goal to spark his team’s comeback.

Impact on the Table

Beijing Guoan U20 rise to third place with the win, while Shandong Taishan U20 drop to fifth. The result underlines Beijing’s strong away form this season.