2024 Super League Round 21 was contested today, with Qingdao West Coast hosting relegation rivals Cangzhou Lions at the West Coast University City Stadium. In the second half, Cangzhou Lions' Oscar broke the deadlock, but Zhang Xiuwei's powerful shot equalized the score. Qingdao West Coast managed a 1-1 draw at home.

Before the game, both teams were tied on 17 points, making it a true "six-pointer" battle for survival. Cangzhou Lions started all five foreign players, while Qingdao West Coast, managed by Shao Jiayi, had Riascos injured and Haroyan suspended due to accumulated yellow cards. Liu Puqin partnered with Jin Yangyang in central defense, with Chen Yuhao and Zhao Honglue on the flanks. Feng Gang, Chen Boliang, and Mateus formed the midfield, while Neves Lus and Alan, along with Buiquil, formed the attacking trio.

Both teams embarked on an attack from the start without much probing, often neglecting the midfield. While Qingdao West Coast aimed to improve their defense, Alan and Buiquil gradually put pressure on the opponents in the attacking end. However, Cangzhou Lions seemed well-prepared, and their foreign players constantly tested West Coast's defensive line in midfield and attack. Thanks to goalkeeper Shi Xiaotian and the team's collective effort, they managed to keep a clean sheet. As the match progressed, both sides saw their energy levels deplete in the sweltering weather. In the 28th minute, Chen Boliang was replaced by Zhang Xiuwei due to an injury, and in the 33rd minute, Alan's long-range shot narrowly missed the crossbar. Soon after, Shi Xiaotian punched away Cangzhou's attempt on goal. The first half ended with a temporary 0-0 draw.

In the second half, both teams fought for supremacy once again. Just after the restart, Oscar took advantage of a set-piece opportunity to score with a header. Just three minutes later, Qingdao West Coast launched a quick counter-attack, with Neves Lus providing a low cross from the baseline for Zhang Xiuwei to volley and equalize the score! In the following minutes, Qingdao West Coast made successive substitutions, bringing on He Longhai, Ge Zhen, and Lei Wenjie to strengthen their attack. However, the scorching weather and the opponent's tight defense rendered West Coast's multiple attacks fruitless. When Buiquil's shot came agonizingly close but missed due to the opponent's close marking, the final whistle blew, and the match ended with a 1-1 draw for Qingdao West Coast at home.

In the post-match press conference, Qingdao West Coast's head coach, Shao Jiayi, said, "Today's temperature and humidity were both high. First and foremost, I want to thank my players for giving it their all, and I expressed my gratitude to them in the dressing room. They executed our pre-match plans very well, and this point is crucial. It's a bit regretful, but regardless, we are on an upward trajectory, and they can do even better! Thank you to the fans for their support!"

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