Tainan City Steel Stun Taichung Rock in Five-Goal Thriller

Chinese Taipei Intercity League – 10 May 2026
Tainan City Steel claimed a resounding 4-2 away victory over Taichung Rock FC, climbing up the league standings with a performance full of pace and precision. The match at Taichung's home ground was an end-to-end affair that kept fans on the edge of their seats until the final whistle.

Match Story

Taichung Rock started brightly, taking an early lead in the 8th minute through a well-taken free kick from midfielder Chang Wei. However, Tainan City Steel responded almost immediately, with striker Lin Yu tying the score in the 15th minute after a swift counter-attack. The visitors then took control of the first half, adding two more goals before the interval – a header from central defender Chen Hao and a long-distance curler from wang Pei.

Taichung Rock came out fighting in the second half, pulling one back from the penalty spot after a handball in the box. But Tainan restored their two-goal cushion with a clinical finish from substitute Ho Ming in the 74th minute. Despite late pressure from the home side, Tainan held firm to secure all three points.

Standout Performers

• Lin Yu (Tainan) – A constant threat with his pace, scoring one and creating two chances.
• Chang Wei (Taichung) – Impressive from set pieces, scoring a brilliant free kick.
• Wang Pei (Tainan) – Dominated the midfield and capped his performance with a stunning goal.

Table Implications

The win moves Tainan City Steel into third place in the Intercity League, putting them within striking distance of the top two. For Taichung Rock, this defeat is a setback after a promising start to the season, leaving them in fifth position. The result also underlines Tainan's reputation as a dangerous side on the road.