Fujian U20 started their Chinese U20 National Games campaign with a hard-fought 1-0 win over Sichuan U20 on November 1, 2025. A single goal secured a valuable three points for Fujian in a tightly contested Group Stage opener. The decisive moment came late in the first half when a Fujian winger cut inside and unleashed a powerful shot that took a slight deflection on its way into the net. Key moments included Sichuan dominating possession for large spells but struggling to create clear chances against a well-organized Fujian defense, and a late scramble in the Fujian box that was eventually cleared. The focus point was Fujian's effective counter-attacking strategy and their disciplined defensive shape, which frustrated the Sichuan attack. The result put Fujian in a strong early position in the group, while Sichuan was left to reflect on a lack of cutting edge. The Fujian manager highlighted his team's work ethic, and the Sichuan coach pointed to poor decision-making in the final third.