First Nanqi Cup China-Europe Football Match Kicks Off

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2025-07-03 14:20

The final whistle blew with a score of 12-7, sparking enthusiastic cheers from the Nanjing Electric employee cheering squad. This international match highlights the growing passion for football across Jiangsu province.

Nanjing Electric hosted the inaugural Nanqi Cup China-Europe Football Match. The European All-Stars team, formed by Nanjing Electric's international partners Italy's OGT and Germany's Sorg, faced off against the Nanjing Electric team. Nanjing Electric’s leadership actively participated: Deputy General Manager Li Tingbiao performed the ceremonial kick-off, while Deputy General Manager Cheng Hongliang (also General Manager of the Insulator Company) served as Head Referee. Deputy General Manager Xia Xudong (Deputy General Manager of the Insulator Company) acted as Linesman. Its employee representatives formed an on-site cheering squad to support the teams.

The European All-Stars stormed out of the gate, showcasing seamless teamwork. Italian OGT forwards Calogero Lo Curto and Domenico Manzari sliced through defenses with ease, while German Sorg players Stefano Tei and Marcel Herrmann controlled the midfield, anchored by defender Lukas Langer. Building a commanding 6-0 lead, the Europeans appeared destined for an easy victory. Undeterred, the Nanjing Electric team staged a remarkable comeback, netting five consecutive goals to narrow the gap. When the score reached 6-5, the stands erupted as spectators rose to their feet – the international clash perfectly epitomized Jiangsu province's football fever.

After halftime, the European side leveraged their aerial advantage with multiple headed goals. Ultimately sealing a 12-7 victory, the European All-Stars lifted the inaugural Nanqi Cup China-Europe Football Championship trophy.
The European All-Stars' attack proved unstoppable. Italy's OGT striker Calogero Lo Curto claimed the tournament's Top Scorer title with an impressive four goals, while his teammate Domenico Manzari completed a hat-trick. Germany's Sorg representative Stefano Tei added a brace to the tally. Cai Yiping, OGT's representative, also netted three goals after coming on as a substitute. Though defeated, the Nanjing Electric team earned immense respect. Captain Yu Xiang scored twice and demonstrated true leadership, rallying his team during the comeback. Players like Mei Jinyu, Wang Gang, Wang Shunbo, Chen Kang, Ding Xiaojun, and Xu Shanzhe created multiple scoring chances, while Feng Weihao emerged as a standout with five goals, his wing play proving crucial during the fightback.

This China-Europe clash unfolded against the backdrop of Jiangsu's thriving football culture. The 2025 Jiangsu Provincial City Football League, promoting "Mass Participation + City Pride", has ignited a province-wide spectating frenzy. By hosting this innovative international match, Nanjing Electric has penned a vivid chapter in corporate support for the national fitness campaign.

On the field, they were temporary opponents; off it, friendship continued. Engineers and technical experts from Italy and Germany bonded with Nanjing Electric employees through the wonderful game. Following the final whistle, players warmly exchanged handshakes and posed for group photos. This friendly match not only strengthened ties between Nanjing Electric and its international partners but also laid a solid foundation for future collaboration.

Holding the championship trophy, the European All-Stars captain gave a thumbs-up, declaring: "We'll be back for Round Two!" This pledge reflects Nanjing Electric's plans to establish the Nanqi Cup China-Europe Football Match as a signature annual event, strategically aligning with the excitement of Jiangsu's premier football league ("Su Super League"). In this moment, football truly became the universal language connecting the city, the company, and the world.