Qingdao Hainiu sits at the foot of the 2026 Chinese Super League table with the fewest points after multiple deductions tied to federation sanctions, while Tianjin Jinmen Tiger and Wuhan Three Towns occupy the other relegation spots amid their own point penalties. Liaoning Tieren and Chongqing Tonglianglong, the sides promoted from China League One, occupy mid-table positions but face testing remaining fixtures against established clubs. Several teams across the league carry deductions that have reshaped the standings, amplifying the importance of current form and head-to-head results in the final weeks. The bottom two finishers drop to China League One, with the schedule running into November.