Zhejiang FC faced a heavy 0-5 defeat at home against Liaoning in the 2026 Super League's 14th round. The match started poorly for Zhejiang FC as Mbenza scored with a header early on, giving Liaoning the lead. Shortly after, a defensive error from Zhejiang FC allowed Mbenza to score again with a long-range shot, further extending the deficit. In the first half, Zhejiang FC's Tolic and Wang Yudong had several excellent chances but failed to convert any into goals. In the second half, Liaoning added three more goals, sealing a comprehensive victory. After the match, coach Ross described the team's second-half performance as a