In a dramatic Chinese Super League clash that kept fans on edge until the final whistle, Qingdao West Coast pulled off a stunning 3-2 comeback victory against Henan on Tuesday night. The match in Zhengzhou showcased football at its most unpredictable, with five goals and three lead changes across 90+ minutes.
Henan appeared poised for victory after capitalizing on a first-half penalty and maintaining pressure through their Brazilian trio of Frank Acheampong, Felippe Cardoso, and Bruno Nazario. But Qingdao’s resilience shone through during stoppage time when defender Riccieli – who earlier conceded the penalty – redeemed himself with a 92nd-minute equalizer before Gao Di’s header sealed the win moments later.
The result keeps Qingdao undefeated through four matches, now sitting second in the standings with 8 points. Meanwhile, Henan faces questions about defensive focus after conceding twice in added time despite controlling much of the game.
Elsewhere in the CSL, Zhejiang solidified their pole position with a commanding 3-0 win over Shenzhen, maintaining their perfect start through superior goal difference. As the season progresses, these early results suggest tighter competition across China’s top football division.
