Wuhan Three Towns vs Sichuan Jiuniu Match Recap - Oct 24, 2025

Sichuan Jiuniu Secures Vital Victory Over Wuhan Three Towns in Relegation Battle

In a showdown laden with desperation, Sichuan Jiuniu snatched a crucial 2-1 victory against Wuhan Three Towns at the Wuhan Sports Centre, leaving fans and analysts alike reflecting on the significance of this result as the Super League season heads into its final stretch. If my preview had leaned towards a narrow win for Wuhan, today's outcome humbled that expectation, reaffirming the unpredictable nature of football.

The match was a testament to momentum: Edu García scored first in the 41st minute, putting Sichuan Jiuniu on the board with a strike that reverberated through the stadium. The goal came at a pivotal moment, shortly before halftime, and added an extra layer of pressure on Wuhan, who had hoped to carry their defensive solidity from their last outing-a 0-0 draw against Dalian Zhixing-into this match.

However, just two minutes after García's opener, Yang Yiming was shown a red card for Sichuan, leaving his team to defend their lead with ten men. The ejection further complicated the script, as it seemed to play into Wuhan's hands, giving them a glimmer of hope that they could exploit the numerical advantage.

Yet, in the 59th minute, an unexpected twist unfolded. Rade Dugalić doubled Sichuan's lead, leaving the home side reeling. The challenge was immense for Wuhan, who had already been grappling with a season marked by inconsistency-this latest defeat marking their 15th of the campaign.

Wuhan's lone goal came late, courtesy of Alexandru Tudorie in the 75th minute, but the late charge was not enough to snatch a point. Together with their poor run of form-just one win in their last five matches-the outcome solidified their position at 12th place in the standings, accumulating 25 points from 27 matches. In stark contrast, Sichuan climbed to 13th place with 26 points, a critical step towards avoiding relegation.

As the dust settles on this match, it's clear that the stakes will only heighten in the remaining matches of the season. For Wuhan, survival now looks increasingly precarious as they grapple with defensive frailties that have haunted them all season. Meanwhile, Sichuan Jiuniu can take solace in their gritty performance against the odds, as they look to harness this momentum to stave off relegation.

Both teams now find themselves in the thick of a relegation battle, with each match day holding immense significance. The resilience showcased by Sichuan today may prove vital as they seek to build on this foundation, while Wuhan will need to regroup quickly to escape the looming threat of dropping into the lower tier of Chinese football.