Qingdao Red Lions vs Nanjing City – FA Cup 2026

Match recap

Qingdao Red Lions secured a narrow 1-0 victory over Nanjing City in their FA Cup encounter on Friday. The match, settled with a solitary goal, likely saw a cautious approach from both sides, typical of early cup rounds. Momentum would have swung delicately, with Nanjing City undoubtedly pushing for an equalizer after falling behind. However, Qingdao Red Lions held firm, suggesting a disciplined defensive performance. This hard-fought win propels Qingdao into the next round, a significant boost for their cup aspirations. Conversely, Nanjing City’s FA Cup journey ends abruptly, a disappointing outcome for the visitors. The result underlines Qingdao’s ability to grind out results under pressure.

Markets (closing odds)

Match Result

Home2.55

Draw2.88

Away2.43

Away Team Goals 0.5

Over 0.51.32

Under 0.52.60

Away Team Goals 1

Over 11.77

Under 11.75

Away Team Goals O/U 1.5

Over 1.52.61

Under 1.51.31

Away Team Goals 2

Over 25.71

Under 21.05

Away Team Goals 2.5

Over 2.56.73

Under 2.51.05

Events

49'Goal — Deng Jiajie (Normal Goal)

Match statistics

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Form

Qingdao Red Lions — last 5 home

LDDDD

Lvs Nantong Haimen Codion0–1

Nanjing City — last 5 away

WDLDL

Qingdao Red Lions

Nanjing City