Longxing Stadium Leaves Lasting Legacy on Chongqing’s Football Scene

The 2026 Chinese Super League season will be remembered for many reasons, but one of the most remarkable stories is that of Longxing Football Stadium and its impact on Chongqing Tonglianglong. The stadium hosted 10 home matches for the club, drawing over 400,000 spectators and averaging more than 40,000 per game.

The numbers are a testament to the excitement and energy generated by the team’s first top-flight campaign. Longxing Football Stadium, with its 60,000-capacity, is Chongqing’s first professional football venue. The stadium opened its doors on March 14, when Tonglianglong beat Liaoning Tieren 1-0 in front of a crowd of 43,423.

The season was filled with memorable moments, including the team’s fight back from 0-2 down to draw 3-3 with Chengdu Rongcheng. The match saw a giant dragon-shaped TIFO unfurl in the south stand, adding to the electric atmosphere.

The season may be over, but the legacy of Longxing Football Stadium and Tonglianglong’s first top-flight campaign will be remembered for years to come. The club’s perseverance and companionship throughout the season have left a lasting impact on the city’s football scene.