In the latest round of the Chinese Super League (CSL) title race, Rongcheng was defeated and withdrew from the top three positions for the first time this season.

The match against Jiangsu Suning on April 16 saw Rongcheng suffer a narrow loss with only one goal difference, losing 2-1 to Jiangsu. This result marked the end of their hopes of challenging for the title, as they fell to third place behind Guangzhou Evergrande and Jiangsu.

The team's struggles were evident throughout the match, with Rongcheng struggling to create clear chances and conceding early goals through Zhang Yifan and Wu Lei. The team also struggled defensively, allowing Jiangsu to score two late goals to seal the win.

The defeat has come at a crucial time for Rongcheng, who have been performing well in recent matches but have now fallen out of contention for the title. The team will need to work hard to regain their form and hope that other teams falter in the coming weeks.

Overall, the defeat is a setback for Rongcheng, who will need to regroup quickly if they want to continue their push for the title. The team will be hoping to bounce back soon and return to the top of the table, where they belong.