Yunnan Yukuang team swept a Thai second-tier league team with an 8-0 scoreline, a victory that amazed many in a friendly match. However, more discussions focused on Oscar, the newly naturalized player who scored six goals in a single game. Can the naturalization policy truly save the national football team? Is Oscar's performance "phenomenal" or just a "flash in the pan"? Can one game's highlight really ignite hope for Chinese football? These questions all seem to be open to interpretation. In this match, Oscar seemed like a completely different person, almost converting every touch into a goal threat. His scoring methods were diverse: poaching in the penalty area, long-range shots, and direct solo runs, making him seem like a low-budget version of Haaland. However, let's be honest, the opponent was only a Thai second-tier league team, with an overall strength that could be said to be several levels below even the Chinese Super League teams. In such circumstances, the true value of Oscar's six-goal highlight is questionable. In fact, Oscar's performance has not been without controversy before. In earlier years, while playing for Cangzhou Mighty Lions in the CSL, he showed some attacking ability but often faltered in key matches, wasting opportunities. This inconsistent performance led to criticism and doubts about whether he had the capability to handle higher-level competitions. Although this friendly match was undoubtedly exciting, it may be too early to say that he has become the pillar of the future national team. Oscar's outstanding performance overshadowed domestic player Ye Chugui, who seemed to have no presence on…

Mourning "Blackie" Zhang Enhua: A Fallen Star of Chinese Football In the vast expanse of Chinese football, there was a star that once shone brightly—Zhang Enhua, affectionately known as "Blackie" by his fans. Born in Dalian, a city brimming with passion for football, Zhang Enhua was like a small planet drawn to the gravitational pull of football. As a child, he was full of energy whenever he stepped onto the green field. Back then, he was a little star among his peers. The coaches at Dalian Sports School had sharp eyes and spotted him immediately among the children in the youth team. This young man, with his dark skin and sturdy body like a calf, ran around the field like a cannonball, constantly charging forward. Every time he scored a goal, he would excitedly run around the field, grinning widely to reveal his set of white teeth, which was so adorable that it made the coaches laugh heartily. That's how he got the nickname "Blackie." He smoothly entered the sports school, and everyone knew this kid was destined for greatness. In 1994, Zhang Enhua embarked on his journey with the Dalian Wanda team. Playing as a central defender, he trained tirelessly, much like an indefatigable craftsman meticulously sculpting his masterpiece. He quickly established himself in the team's defensive line. It's worth noting that Dalian Wanda was a formidable force, winning the Jia-A League championship as easily as a daily routine, and Zhang Enhua, through his efforts, became a starting player. The team won the league title eight times, with Zhang…

Recently, rumors about deductions for the next season's Chinese Super League (CSL) teams have been rampant, with particular attention focused on Shanghai Shenhua. Previously, bloggers and self-media claimed that the Shenhua management had not received any notice of point deductions. The team's media outlet, "Shenhua Team News," responded to fans by saying "starting from zero next season," further implying that the team would not be penalized with point deductions. However, this official announcement has sparked controversy. In the previous football environment, the anti-gambling and anti-corruption storm has continued to deepen, involving many high-ranking officials of the Football Association and club personnel. This has placed the entire CSL in a state of great uncertainty. As a traditional powerhouse in the CSL, Shenhua has naturally been caught up in various speculations. Some fans are concerned that the team may be implicated in the football scandal and even face relegation penalties. Therefore, when "Shenhua Team News" released the message "starting from zero next season," some fans couldn't help but speculate whether this meant that the team had indeed been at the brink of relegation before, but now has been spared and can start anew. However, looking at it from another perspective, Shenhua Club has been actively involved in team management and operations in recent years. According to club management, Shenhua has always operated in accordance with league requirements, actively cooperating with the work of the management department in financial audits and salary payments. Moreover, the club has achieved significant results in optimizing the team structure and controlling costs, such as clearing out highly…

The dissolution of Guangzhou FC is indeed an outcome that many fans find unacceptable, and it has almost become a global news story. Once known as Guangzhou Evergrande, the team was invincible in Asia and ranked 11th among world clubs, which is also the highest ranking for an Asian club in the world. It can be said that Guangzhou Evergrande single-handedly led Chinese football to the world. However, the news of Guangzhou FC's dissolution has also shocked many European media outlets. The Times Sport reported: "Guangzhou Evergrande, China's greatest football club, was disbanded, just like you told me that Spanish football had lost Real Madrid and Barcelona." "China's greatest football club, Guangzhou Evergrande, has been disbanded. It's as if you told me that Spanish football has lost Real Madrid and Barcelona." As we all know, Real Madrid and Barcelona are not only Spain's top clubs but also the most successful football clubs in Europe and around the world. European football emphasizes tradition and history, so Real Madrid has countless glories. England cannot exist without Manchester United and Liverpool, Italy cannot exist without Juventus, and Germany cannot lose Bayern Munich and Borussia Dortmund. These are the symbols of a country's football. However, in the context of Chinese football, no matter how many league titles or AFC Champions League titles you have, the Football Association can easily target you. Therefore, whether it's Barcelona, Real Madrid, Boca Juniors, or River Plate, as long as they are under the system of the Chinese Football Association, they are all means for the association to make…

On January 14th, Beijing time, Beijing Guoan, currently undergoing winter training in Haikou, welcomed their first friendly match of the new year. They ultimately defeated Changchun Yatai 2-0, securing their first victory of the new year, while Yatai suffered their second consecutive loss in friendly matches. The starting lineups for both teams are not yet clear, but from photos of the friendly match circulating online, it appears that foreign players such as Su Zu and Beric from Yatai have taken the field, with Beiqing Sports reporting that Yatai has fielded four foreign players. On the other hand, Guoan is missing as many as seven national team players who are participating in the national team training camp and are thus unable to participate in the friendly match. However, it is worth noting that Serginho, who is currently in the process of naturalization, made his debut against his former team. The match was divided into two halves, each lasting 35 minutes. Despite facing a Yatai team with four foreign players, Guoan managed to maintain control. In the first half, Guoan took the lead 1-0 with a penalty goal by Zhang Xizhe. In the second half, Jiang Wenhao scored on a rebound to extend Guoan's lead. Yatai failed to score any goals, resulting in a 2-0 victory for Guoan and a successful start to their new year's friendly matches. Despite being short several national team players, Guoan not only managed to defeat their opponents but also achieved a clean sheet, a result that pleased new coach Setien. The most noteworthy aspect is Serginho,…

Shenhua Takes Off? Signing 3 Naturalized Players, New Season Can Field 8 Foreign Players, Now There's Hope for the Championship Hey, fellow football fans, have you heard? Shanghai Shenhua is about to soar! Just a few days ago, the Chinese Football Association announced the approved list and also declared a new rule that the number of foreign players in the Chinese Super League (CSL) cannot exceed six. At first glance, it seems like this might be unfavorable for the team, but don't forget, the rules for naturalized players haven't changed yet! Seizing this opportunity, Shenhua has signed three naturalized players and plans to embark on the new season with an extravagant "8 foreign players" lineup. Doesn't this make the hope for winning the championship even greater? On January 8, 2025, Shenhua made a big move by officially announcing the signing of two Chinese descent naturalized players, Li Ke and Wang Hanlong. Li Ke, a player familiar to seasoned fans, hails from Arsenal's youth training system and has even played for Arsenal! In 2019, he officially joined the Chinese nationality and represented the national team, delivering some impressive performances. Although his performance at Guoan last season was not up to par, Shenhua is brimming with confidence in him, even referring to him as a versatile midfielder capable of both attack and defense. Famous media personality Zhao Yu also mentioned that Li Ke, that young lad, has some issues with his state and mentality, but his abilities are unquestionable. With a new environment and opportunities at Shenhua, who knows, he might just…

This semi-final match of the U17 Women's World Cup held in the Dominican Republic has once again brought the North Korean women's football team into the spotlight. Although the game against the United States started off calmly, the breathtaking goal that occurred in the 69th minute of the second half pushed the rhythm of the match to a climax. North Korea's No. 19 player, Lu Enxiang, an inconspicuous young girl, suddenly struck a beautiful volley from outside the penalty area, like an arrow piercing the air and accurately hitting the American goal, instantly changing the score to 1:0. This goal not only stunned the opponents but also made the audience at the scene and in front of the screen cheer spontaneously. Relying on this single goal, the North Korean women's football team eventually defeated the United States 1:0 and advanced to the final. The game started with both sides evenly matched. The strength of the North Korean team and the American team was comparable, with tight defense and a sense of mutual competition during the transitions between offense and defense. The American team showed strong defense and fast-paced offense right from the start, while the North Korean team was clearly not intimidated, with the players giving their all, using speed and agility to counter their opponents. Throughout the first half, the United States tried several times to break through the North Korean defense with cooperation, but the North Korean team always held firm, blocking every threat and even making the opponent return empty-handed multiple times. However, the turning point of…

A promising forward for the national football team has reappeared after disappearing for two months, only to be expelled from the Chinese Super League. Once hailed as a prodigy, he has now faded into obscurity. Upon being promoted to the first team, he was highly regarded by many fans as a rare tall striker for the national team in recent years. The national team invested in his development, willingly sending him to train with a Portuguese club to enhance his skills. However, he failed to live up to expectations. Overseas, without strict supervision, he became lax in training and gained significant weight, resulting in his return to the Chinese Super League within half a year. Upon his return, he lost the brilliance of his past, and within six months, he was caught by the Football Association participating in match-fixing, leading to a lifetime ban from football in China. In previous years, some fans criticized Zhang Yuning and praised Guo Tianyu, claiming that Zhang Yuning's tactical value far surpassed that of Wei Shihao, who was at the peak of his career with Guangzhou Evergrande. Some fans argued that Guo Tianyu's physical attributes were superior to Zhang Yuning's. However, Guo Tianyu's biggest issue was his lack of self-discipline. He had previously been suspended by Shandong for playing with his phone on the bench. Unable to secure a place in the domestic league, he had no choice but to seek opportunities abroad. Currently, Guo Tianyu plays for Chiangrai United in the Thai League. He had missed five consecutive matches before returning in the…

For Wu Lei, the meniscus injury is like such a gloom, letting him spend the last stage of the 2024 season in regret in the club and national team games. On January 9th, after participating in the Chinese Super League award ceremony, Wu Lei embarked on a journey to Abu Dhabi to join the entire Port team that was winter training there. The original plan was for him to start the next phase of rehabilitation training locally, just like an injured warrior trying to slowly repair his "armor" in a distant camp. However, fate seems to have its own arrangements. The latest news indicates that Wu Lei has returned to Shanghai and will soon face the choice of knee surgery. According to multiple sources, Wu Lei will discuss the specific surgical plan with the club and medical team in the coming days. With the rapid development of medical technology today, domestic meniscus surgery has become quite mature, which also prompted Wu Lei to make the decision to undergo surgery domestically. This decision also reflects his trust in the level of domestic medical care, as the saying goes, "the nearest to the water tower gets the moon first." However, surgery means a long wait for recovery, and experts have made it clear that at least two months of recovery time is essential after undergoing meniscus surgery. For a professional player, this is a very difficult period. In fact, Wu Lei had already tried conservative treatment for some time. "Better a short pain than a long one," after a period of conservative…

The Chinese national football team has officially started training in Haikou to prepare for the upcoming top 18 matches. After nearly a year of adaptation, head coach Ivan Kozlovic has finally initiated an intense "cleaning" process. This reform is swift and fierce, leaving little room for compromise. The fate of four players has been completely rewritten, as the "immunity period" for nepotism has ended. Behind this ruthless elimination, Ivan's determination and goal are crystal clear: to take the national team further. It is crucial to note that the prospects for the national team in this edition of the top 18 matches are significant. With six points after the first six rounds, they sit at the bottom of the group, but the hope of qualifying for the World Cup remains shrouded in suspense. At this critical juncture, every decision Ivan makes concerns the future of the national team. To prevent the "deadwood" of the past from continuing to drag down the team, he resolutely launched a large-scale "cleaning" with the support of the Football Association. Behind the list described as "cruel," two veterans were mercilessly eliminated - Zhang Linpeng and Wu Xi. As former captains of the national team, their fall from grace was not unexpected. In recent years, these two players have shown a noticeable decline in form, yet they were frequently selected due to their "nepotistic" status, always starting in matches regardless of their performance. Fans' anger had been accumulating for a long time, but nothing ever changed. However, Ivan's arrival has completely transformed the situation. He does not…