Crickex Login continues to follow the fierce promotion battle unfolding in China League One, and Wuhan Zall’s recent 3-0 victory has kept them atop the table by goal difference. Although their winning streak ended in the previous round with a draw away to Beijing Beikong, the team’s momentum and morale remain unaffected. As the season enters a critical phase, the point gap among the top contenders is razor-thin. Wuhan is set to face a demanding schedule, with direct clashes against fellow promotion hopefuls Qingdao Huanghai (3rd), Zhejiang Greentown (4th), Shijiazhuang Yongchang (5th), and Yanbian Fude (7th).

These four matches could very well decide which clubs will secure promotion this season. It’s worth noting that Wuhan’s next game against Qingdao Huanghai, originally scheduled to be played at home on April 29, will now be held in Qingdao due to scheduling conflicts. The Chinese FA approved the reversal of home and away venues for this crucial clash. In addition, Wuhan will face Chinese Super League side Tianjin Teda midweek in the FA Cup fourth round. Under head coach Li Tie, who has emphasized the importance of the cup more than his predecessors, this match offers a valuable opportunity to test squad depth and maintain competitive sharpness.

After the win, Li Tie praised his players for staying focused despite playing in heavy rain. “They executed the game plan with intensity and precision,” he said. Still, the coach remained humble. “Facing Xinjiang was not easy—their playing style is physical. We were fortunate because two of their key foreign players were injured, which left them with only one foreign starter. That gave us an edge.” The contrast was indeed clear: while Xinjiang’s foreign lineup was stretched thin, Wuhan’s three foreign signings were all in peak form and competing for starting spots—a good headache for the coach.

For Xinjiang, the loss deepened their struggles. They’ve managed just two points in seven rounds and sit at the bottom of the table. Interestingly, this match was labeled a “Hubei Derby” by local fans, as Xinjiang’s team traces its roots to the former Hubei Huakaier club, once based in Huangshi. With several Hubei-born players and staff still part of Xinjiang, the game carried emotional significance. In the lead-up, Xinjiang’s social media posted the slogan “Hey, brother,” but Wuhan’s focus was squarely on collecting all three points.

In terms of lineup, Wuhan reintroduced Moreno after a three-match break and stuck with their 4-4-2 formation. Xinjiang fielded only one foreign player alongside six Wuhan natives in the starting eleven. Right from kickoff, Wuhan dominated possession and took the lead just five minutes in, as captain Yao Hanlin scored with a well-timed header off a corner. Despite the downpour, Wuhan’s ball control and attacking rhythm remained strong. In the 16th minute, Rafael nearly doubled the lead, but his shot struck the post.

In the second half, Xinjiang brought on Wu Peng to bolster the attack, but Wuhan remained relentless. In the 56th minute, Wuhan won the ball high up the pitch, and Yao Hanlin fired in a long-range strike to make it 2-0. Just 12 minutes later, Li Xing delivered a pinpoint pass to Rafael, who chipped it over the keeper for his seventh goal of the season and sealed the 3-0 win.

With this dominant performance, Wuhan Zall retained their place at the top of the league. For Crickex Login users following the promotion race, the next four matches will be decisive. Every point counts, and the pressure is on as the club looks to return to the Chinese Super League. Crickex Login will continue to bring updates as the season reaches its climax.