Shanxi Xihua Women and Dalian Football School Women Battle to Scoreless Draw

Shanxi Xihua Women and Dalian Football School Women played out a hard-fought 0-0 draw in the CFA Women's League One on July 17, 2026. The match, held at a neutral venue in China, offered little in the way of goals but plenty of midfield intensity.

Shanxi Xihua entered the contest looking to build on a recent run of positive results. Their attacking midfielder, Zhang Ying, was a constant threat in the first half, driving forward from deep positions. However, Dalian's defensive organization, led by center-back Li Qian, snuffed out the danger. The away side also had their moments, with striker Wang Hongyu forcing a sharp save from Shanxi goalkeeper Zhao Lili in the 35th minute.

The second half saw the pace of the game drop as tactical fouls disrupted the rhythm. Shanxi introduced fresh legs on the flanks, but Dalian's full-backs, particularly Sun Yuxia, held firm. The final whistle confirmed a stalemate that neither side could break.

The point keeps both teams in the upper half of the CFA Women's League One table, but with the play-offs approaching, a draw feels like a missed opportunity. Shanxi will look to sharpen their finishing in training, while Dalian will take confidence from a solid defensive performance on the road.