The seventeenth round of the Chuanchao final stage kicked off on July 5th, with the Liangshan Good Doctor team hosting their final home match of the season against their long-standing western Sichuan rivals, the Leshan Very Tasty team, who were also playing their season finale. The match concluded with a 1-1 draw after both teams scored one goal each in the first half.
In this season's "Chuanchao" competition, Liangshan and Leshan have been the most frequent opponents. From their battle for top spot in the divisional stage to their continued encounters in the finals, this match marked their fourth meeting. The previous three encounters had resulted in one win each and one draw, indicating a closely matched rivalry. The outcome of this game would directly determine the final standings of both teams on the season's points table. The Liangshan team hoped to secure a home victory to challenge for a better position, while the Leshan team aimed to grab points away from home to conclude their season.
Once the match began, both sides dispensed with any formality or probing and immediately launched into an attacking style of play. In the 19th minute, the Liangshan team won possession in their own half. Number 26, Ma Luyu, received the ball and swiftly initiated a counter-attack, dribbling to the edge of the penalty area. With a deft feint to evade a defender, he unleashed a powerful left-footed strike into the net, putting Liangshan ahead 1-0.
Merely six minutes later, the trailing Leshan team suddenly launched a long pass from midfield to start an attack. A teammate controlled the ball cleanly, advanced into the attacking third, and delivered a cross into the box. Leshan's top scorer, Abudushalamu Ainiwaer, arrived at the perfect moment to meet the cross with a powerful shot. The Liangshan goalkeeper, Mose Shibu, could only watch as the ball flew into the net.
In the 67th minute, Liangshan's number 72, Ji Heila, executed a spectacular bicycle kick shot within the Leshan penalty area. Unfortunately, the goal was disallowed for a foul called in the buildup. Undeterred by the missed opportunity, the Liangshan team instead intensified their offensive pressure. They produced several impressive passing combinations and attacks, creating significant "trouble" for the Leshan goal. However, they were lacking a bit of luck, with an 87th-minute corner kick striking the crossbar of the Leshan goal, missing the best chance to secure a late winner.
Even during the seven minutes of injury time, the Liangshan team did not give up their attack. They consistently maintained possession in the opponent's half, relentlessly pressuring the Leshan goal. Yet, Leshan's defense held firm with tenacious resistance, successfully protecting their goal until the final whistle. Ultimately, the Liangshan Good Doctor team drew 1-1 with the Leshan Very Tasty team in their season home finale.
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