The 9th round of the Chinese Football League is upon us, and it's no surprise that Dalian faces off against Qingdao in the final showdown. The two teams have been competing for supremacy in the league, with both sides having impressive records.

In the previous match, Dalian had dominated their opponents, scoring four goals to Qingdao's one. However, they knew that this would not be easy as Qingdao has a strong defense that can keep them at bay. In the first half, Dalian held onto a 1-0 lead, but Qingdao came back with a late goal to make it 2-1.

In the second half, Dalian started to dominate, with a combination of skill and creativity from their players. They scored three more goals in the final 15 minutes, including a stunning header by Zhang Qianqin in the 77th minute. This gave Dalian a comfortable 4-1 lead going into the final whistle.

However, Qingdao responded immediately, scoring twice in the last five minutes of regulation time to level the score at 4-4. In extra time, Dalian held on for victory, with a penalty kick saved by goalkeeper Zhang Xunwei. With the win, Dalian advanced to the quarterfinals of the Chinese Football League, while Qingdao will now face another tough opponent in the semifinals.

Overall, this match was a testament to the power of teamwork and determination. Both teams played well together, and their combined efforts ultimately led to the victory. It's clear that these two teams have a lot to offer, and we can't wait to see what happens next in the coming weeks.