Henan Songshan Longmen host Qingdao West Coast at Zhengzhou Hanghai Stadium, Zhengzhou on Sunday, Aug 9 at 1:00 PM in a top-four clash that could have significant title implications. Both sides are separated by just 0 points in the Super League, making this one of the more consequential fixtures of the season.

Henan Songshan Longmen come into this fixture in good form (3W 0D 2L recently). Qingdao West Coast are drawing too many games (3D in last 5), making this a relatively even contest on current form.

Head-to-head records offer little separation — Henan Songshan Longmen and Qingdao West Coast have split their 5 meetings almost evenly (1W–2D–2W). Their last encounter ended in a 0–0 draw.

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