Suzhou Dongwu claimed a narrow 1-0 victory over rivals Nanjing City in a Chinese League One derby match on September 27, 2025. The decisive goal, scored in the second half of the 7:00 PM kick-off, was enough to secure bragging rights and three valuable points for the home side. The match was a tense and physical affair, with both teams creating few clear chances in a tightly contested midfield battle. Suzhou Dongwu broke the deadlock from a set-piece situation, with a defender rising highest to head home. Nanjing City pushed for an equalizer in the final minutes but could not find a way past a resolute Suzhou defense. The victory provided a significant boost for Suzhou Dongwu in the League One table, while for Nanjing City, it was a disappointing result in a key regional clash.