Shandong Women 1 – 2 Shanghai (W)
CFA Women's Super League – 10 May 2026

Shanghai Women came from behind to snatch a dramatic 2‑1 victory away to Shandong Women in the CFA Women's Super League, keeping their hopes of a top‑three finish alive. Shandong, desperate for points to avoid relegation, heartbreak after leading for most of the second half.

Match Overview

The first half was a cautious affair with few clear chances. Shandong grew into the game and took the lead in the 52nd minute when midfielder Wang Jiao converted a rebound after a corner. Shanghai struggled to find rhythm but equalised with 15 minutes remaining through a long‑range strike from substitute Li Ying. Just when it seemed the match would end level, Shanghai snatched all three points in stoppage time when winger Xu Chen pounced on a defensive mix‑up and slotted home.

Key Moments

• 52' – Goal Shandong: Wang Jiao reacts quickest to a loose ball in the box, firing into the roof of the net.
• 75' – Goal Shanghai: Li Ying unleashes a powerful shot from 20 metres that beats the Shandong goalkeeper at her near post.
• 90+2' – Goal Shanghai: A miscommunication between Shandong's centre‑back and goalkeeper allows Xu Chen to poke in the winner.
• 90+4' – Shandong chance: A header from defender Zhang Yan hits the crossbar as Shandong desperately search for an equaliser.

Tactical Story

Shandong set up in a compact 4‑4‑2, aiming to absorb pressure and hit on the counter. For 70 minutes, the plan worked well – they limited Shanghai to speculative efforts. However, Shanghai's introduction of Li Ying at half‑time changed the dynamic; her energy and direct running stretched the Shandong defence. After the equaliser, Shandong retreated too deep, inviting pressure that eventually led to the mistake for the winning goal. Shanghai's manager made bold substitutions that paid off.

Standout Players

• Li Ying (Shanghai): The super‑sub scored the equaliser and changed the game's momentum.
• Xu Chen (Shanghai): Alertness and composure to score the late winner – a crucial contribution.
• Wang Jiao (Shandong): Took her goal well and worked tirelessly in midfield.

League Impact

Shanghai leapfrog into fourth place, now five points behind leaders Wuhan with a game in hand. Shandong remain second‑from‑bottom, four points from safety with only five matches remaining. The defeat is a crushing blow to their survival chances, especially given the manner of the late collapse.