Baotou drew 1‑1 with Ulaanqab in the second round of the quarter‑final of the Mengniu 2026 Inner Mongolia Football Super League on Aug 23.

Baotou fans cheer for the team. [Photo/Baotou Daily]

In the 59th minute of the second half, Baotou was awarded a penalty and seized the opportunity to find the back of the net, sealing a 4‑2 victory across the two legs and storming into the semi‑finals.

From hard‑fought battles in the group stage to tough showdowns in the knockout stage, the team has weathered challenges and kept moving forward. The team will not halt its march and will aim for the final.

Players fight for the ball during the game. [Photo/Baotou Daily]

Baotou scores a penalty. [Photo/Baotou Daily]