Liaoning Tieren U20 3-2 Nantong Zhiyun U20 – Late Drama as Home Side Edge Five-Goal Thriller

Liaoning Tieren U20 emerged victorious in a pulsating Chinese Football Association U-21 League encounter on 11 July 2026, defeating Nantong Zhiyun U20 3-2 at their home ground. The match, which kicked off at 16:30, featured end-to-end action, four different goalscorers, and a dramatic winner in the closing stages.

Match Overview

The game burst into life from the very first minute. Liaoning Tieren took an early lead in the 8th minute when their striker latched onto a through ball and fired home. However, Nantong Zhiyun responded quickly, equalising in the 14th minute with a well-taken free kick. The first half continued with both sides creating chances, and Liaoning regained the lead just before half-time – a powerful header from a corner made it 2-1 at the break.

Second Half Tension

Nantong came out determined in the second half and pulled level once again in the 55th minute, courtesy of a neat finish from a close-range rebound. The match seemed destined for a draw as both teams tired, but Liaoning Tieren had other ideas.

Winning Goal

With just five minutes remaining, a long throw into the box caused chaos in the Nantong defence. The ball fell to Liaoning’s central midfielder, who smashed a first-time volley into the roof of the net. The home crowd erupted as the referee signalled the goal.

Standout Players

• Liaoning Tieren #10: Scored once and was a constant creative threat.
• Nantong Zhiyun #7: His work rate and equalising goal kept his team in the game.

Table Context

The 3-2 win gives Liaoning Tieren U20 a valuable three points in the closely contested U-21 League. Nantong Zhiyun U20 will rue their defensive lapses but can take heart from their fighting spirit. The match highlighted the exciting attacking talent emerging from both academies.