The 2026 Hubei Provincial City Football League (Chu Super League) regular season’s fourth round match between Qianjiang and Xiaogan is set to kick off on May 16 in Qianjiang.
Dear Qianjiang,
We hope this letter finds you well. Actually, let’s just cut to the chase—because between us, it’s not the Yangtze River or the Han River that separates us, but the anticipation of a thrilling football showdown!
On May 16, Xiaogan’s “Xiao’ao Jianghu” team will be visiting your home ground at the Qianjiang Middle School Sports Stadium for a Chu Super League clash. But don’t worry—we’re not here to argue whose crayfish is redder or whose rice wine is sweeter. Although both are nearly impossible to judge.
**About the Food: We’ll Spice You Up, You’ll Sweeten Us Down**
They say people in Qianjiang could devour a whole mountain of crayfish over a single summer—braised, garlicky, steamed, spiced—so many flavors that even the shells seem to crackle with heat.
Over in Xiaogan, we’re bathed in the fragrance of rice wine all year round. That gentle sweetness has seeped into our bones, and when we bite into a piece of sesame candy, the crisp, sugary goodness melts your heart.
So you see, we were made to complement each other—your bold spices, our mellow sweetness. Just like your ancient “Zhanghuatai” charm and our “Dong Yong’s Hometown” of filial piety.
Longwan National Archaeological Site Park
Xiaogan Dongyong Park
After the match, don’t rush off. Let’s find a restaurant, you peel the crayfish, I’ll pour the rice wine, and we’ll see who gets hungrier first.
**About the Football: Bring It On, We’ll Take It On**
Even though this is an away game, the Xiaogan team isn’t going to hold back. You have the fiery energy of the “Qianjiang Crayfish Team,” while we rely on the delicate passing and control of “Xiao’ao Jianghu.”
On the pitch, we’ll go all out—tackling, chasing, fighting for every ball. But once the whistle blows, we’re still brothers who can throw an arm around each other and head out for late-night snacks.
Rumor has it your home crowd is incredibly loud? No problem—we’re bringing our “sweetness boost” and will cheer as if we’re playing at home.
When you come to Xiaogan, we’ll show you the flower fields of Jinhui Manor, the beauty of Xiangyun Bay, and the hot springs of Tangchi—everything arranged for you!
**About the Cities: Let’s Be Family Between the Two Cities**
Actually, Qianjiang and Xiaogan are very similar—both are cities built on water, both have countless stories to tell, and both are home to lovely people who give their all for life.
Your Cao Yu Grand Theater, our Huaiyin Boat tales; your Fanwan Lake Wetland, our Zhuhu Wetland; your Crayfish Festival, our Filial Piety Culture Festival.
Fanwan Lake National Wetland Park
Zhuhu National Wetland Park
How about we establish a “Twin City Toast Day”? Whenever we meet in the Chu Super League, no matter the score, let’s not part ways too quickly. You bring the reddest crayfish, I’ll bring the smoothest rice wine, find a street stall, and peel, toast, talk football, and talk life.
Play hard on the field, gather well off it. After all, what brings us together at the same table is never just victory or defeat, but the bond of being good neighbors and friends.
**Finally, Xiaogan Wants to Say:**
Dear friends from Qianjiang,
We’ve already bought our tickets to your city.
Please prepare your cheers, your crayfish, and your warmth.
We’re bringing rice wine, sesame candy, and the blessings of an entire city.
See you on the pitch. We won’t leave without seeing you!
**For All “Chu Super League” Fans, Here’s Your Viewing Guide:**
– **Match Time:** May 16 (Saturday) 19:35
– **Venue:** Qianjiang Middle School Sports Stadium
– **Ticket Purchase:** “Jingchu Events” mini-program (first come, first served)
When rice wine meets crayfish, let’s look forward to this exciting match!
