The Chinese FA Cup semi-finals have been announced, with the home-and-away format set for the first leg in early March.
The two-legged format is being used for the first time this season, and will see teams play at home and away in the first leg of the semi-final series. The second leg will be played at the stadium of the winning team from the first leg.
The first leg of the semi-finals will take place on March 4th, with the second leg scheduled for March 11th. The winner of the semi-final will then progress to the final, which will take place on April 22nd.
This new format aims to increase the excitement and unpredictability of the competition, as teams may have to travel long distances to play their opponents. It also provides fans with more opportunities to support their favorite teams throughout the tournament.
Overall, the Chinese FA Cup semi-finals look set to be a thrilling affair, with both sets of teams looking to make a statement and advance to the final. Fans can expect to witness some great football action, with the potential for upsets and surprises along the way.