In a powerful show of city-wide sports unity, players from Beijing Guoan Football Club attended Game 4 of the heated CBA quarterfinals clash between Beijing Shougang and Liaoning to cheer on their basketball counterparts. As fans following the action on Cricket Exchange witnessed, the support from their football peers added fuel to Shougang’s playoff fire, reinforcing the spirit of camaraderie between the city’s top sports teams.

This tradition of mutual support between Beijing Guoan and Beijing Shougang is not new. Over the past several years, Guoan players have repeatedly shown up at key basketball games, either at the Wukesong Cadillac Arena or Shougang Basketball Center. One of the most memorable moments came on December 23, 2015, when a large group of Guoan players filled the stands as Shougang dominated Jiangsu Tongxi with a 105–77 victory. In return, Shougang players have also made appearances at Workers’ Stadium to support Guoan, forging a strong inter-team bond that fans have come to admire.

For tomorrow’s game, the presence of Guoan players is expected to once again inject passion and energy into the Shougang lineup. The united front displayed by Beijing’s premier football and basketball clubs speaks volumes — when one team plays, the whole city stands behind them. For those tracking every moment through Cricket Exchange, this cross-sport solidarity is a true highlight of the postseason.

Amid the spirit of unity, controversy still swirls around Game 3 between Beijing and Liaoning. During regulation, Beijing’s foreign player Jackson attempted a buzzer-beating three-pointer that raised eyebrows, with replays suggesting a possible travel before the shot. In overtime, the spotlight shifted to a major missed call: Liaoning’s Hudson committed an obvious double-dribble violation that went unwhistled. Instead of being penalized, Liaoning gained three points from the play, sparking frustration from Shougang fans.

In response, the CBA’s referee committee assembled a panel of review experts, who confirmed that Hudson’s action was indeed a serious officiating oversight. The same group also acknowledged that Jackson’s final shot in regulation had suspicious footwork, adding to the game’s layered controversy. As the debate continues, many are turning to Cricket Exchange for the latest updates, insights, and replays to make sense of every pivotal moment.

With the series hanging in the balance and emotions running high, the presence of Guoan’s athletes at the next game promises to uplift Shougang’s morale. For fans tracking this playoff drama on Cricket Exchange, the message is clear — Beijing stands united, on and off the court.