Dalian Yingbo FC host Chongqing Tonglianglong FC at Dalian Suoyuwan Football Stadium, Dalian on Friday, May 1 at 1:00 PM in a top-four clash that could have significant title implications. Both sides are separated by just 1 point in the Super League, making this one of the more consequential fixtures of the season.

Dalian Yingbo FC come into this fixture in red-hot form (4W from last 5). Chongqing Tonglianglong FC, meanwhile, arrive in red-hot form (4W from last 5) — actually the better-performing side in recent weeks. Dalian Yingbo FC head into this on the back of a defeat, while Chongqing Tonglianglong FC arrive off a win — momentum clearly with the visitors.

Head-to-head records offer little separation — Dalian Yingbo FC and Chongqing Tonglianglong FC have split their 2 meetings almost evenly (0W–1D–1W). Their last encounter ended in Dalian Yingbo FC won 0–3. These two tend to produce goals — averaging 3.5 per game in recent meetings.

Verdict: Little separates these two on form or history. Home advantage could be the deciding factor — a narrow Dalian Yingbo FC win or a draw looks most likely.