Now, in order to prepare for the third stage of the World Preliminary Asian Zone 18-strong competition, the men's national football team has started its "first training" in Haikou in 2025. According to the previously announced list, a total of 32 players were selected, and among the naturalized players, only Fei Nanduo and Hou Yongyong were called up, but Fei Nanduo refused to participate in this training due to personal reasons. Speaking of this, it reminds people of October 2021 when Fei Nanduo also refused Li Tie's call-up for the same reason. At that time, he had been recuperating from his injuries in his "hometown" Brazil for more than half a year. Later, some media explained that it was mainly because Li Tie trained three times a day, which caused Fei Nanduo's old injuries to recur, so he did not want to return to the national team. It happened that Li Tie was under investigation at that time, and Fei Nanduo really became a "victim." Looking at this matter now, it seems like the old plot is being replayed again. Everyone knows that after the loan period of Shanghai Shenhua expired, the contract with Shandong Taishan also expired. Neither of these two teams showed any intention of keeping Fei Nanduo. On December 4th, someone posted photos of Fei Nanduo moving online. What is noteworthy is that this moving company has been doing international transportation business, which further proves his plan to leave China. Regarding Fei Nanduo's absence, Ivan Kovic said it was due to personal reasons. Then he changed the…

Among the four major giants of the Chinese Super League, Beijing Guoan has the most central defenders over 1.9 meters tall. When it comes to the four giants of the Chinese Super League, we can't say much about other aspects, but there is still something to be seen in terms of height advantage on defense. Especially for central defenders, players over 1.9 meters tall are simply a gift from heaven, and their ability in aerial defense is beyond question. Not only fans, but even coaching staff must pay special attention to these players, because their height advantage has almost become an absolute weapon to dominate the air. Speaking of these players with height advantages, we have to talk about the lineups of these four giants and see which team's central defenders have the most potential for "height is justice." Let's start with Shanghai Port. Here, the situation is a bit disappointing - the height of Shanghai Port's central defenders seems to have never been particularly outstanding, especially Wei Zhen, who is just a centimeter or two short, at 1.89 meters tall, barely considered tall, but can only be said to be somewhat useful. If they were to face opponents over 1.9 meters tall, it would really be a struggle. Looking at Chengdu Rongcheng, oh my, the situation is similar, with almost no central defender breaking the 1.9-meter mark, which directly affects their performance in aerial defense. On the other hand, Shandong Taishan does have a central defender over 1.9 meters tall - Marcel, who stands at 1.93 meters tall and…

Shandong Luneng has already started their winter training in Shanghai, which has surprised many fans. After all, the temperature in Shanghai is also quite low, far from ideal compared to Hainan for winter training. Hainan currently boasts a pleasant climate, particularly suitable for trial training for teams like Luneng in the Chinese Super League (CSL). Additionally, Hainan is home to many teams, making it convenient for Luneng to play friendly matches. So, under these circumstances, why did Luneng choose not to train in Hainan? For this situation, Luneng's assistant coach, Tang Tian, provided an official explanation. Tang Tian mentioned that before the start of last season's CSL, Luneng indeed chose to train in Hainan. However, the result was a series of injuries among the players, especially the new center forward Zeke, who was out for the entire season. Therefore, the coaching staff believed that going to Hainan wasn't lucky for the club. It seems that under these circumstances, Luneng decided to conduct their winter training in Shanghai instead. Recently, there were rumors that Luneng had disagreements with head coach Choi Kang-hee over recruitment, and they even considered stripping him of his recruitment rights. In reality, doing so would undoubtedly lead to a fallout with Choi Kang-hee. Since Luneng can't afford to let him go, they must continue to trust him. At the same time, regarding the recruitment of foreign players, everyone needs to compromise. For example, the selection of the central defender can be left to the senior management of Luneng. Choi Kang-hee only needs to consider the selection of…

Recently, Jinmen Tiger has made significant progress in recruitment, with new additions to the center-back, center-forward, defensive midfield, and attacking midfield positions. Among them, familiar faces like Yang Fan, Sun Mingqian, and Zhang Wei are expected to take on important roles. However, the right-back position still needs reinforcement. Jinmen Tiger's head coach, Yu Genwei, may be looking for a suitable right-back at the last moment to replace the departing player, Tomorrow. Tomorrow performed exceptionally well after joining Jinmen Tiger, becoming a core player on the right flank with his solid defense and ability to deliver impressive crosses in attack. Unfortunately, just as he was establishing himself at Jinmen Tiger, he chose to leave and join Shanghai Port. This situation has left the right-back position a headache for Yu Genwei. Many fans believe that he should consider bringing in Ji Xiang from Luneng to strengthen the right-back lineup. Ji Xiang is a proven talent who once captained Luneng. Moreover, Luneng won the double of the Chinese Super League and the FA Cup in the 2021 season, with Ji Xiang playing a crucial role. Ji Xiang is a versatile player capable of playing both left and right full-back positions, as well as center-back, defensive midfield, and winger. During his time at Jiangsu, Cuilongzhu even placed him in the center-forward position, where he became a fan favorite and an all-round captain. However, Ji Xiang has been relegated to the bench in the past two seasons at Luneng and did not participate in the team's winter training, which is quite concerning. From this detail,…

Beijing Guoan's New Developments: Serginho Arrives, Seven Players Shine in the National Team, Transfer Drama in Full Swing? Hey there, fellow Beijing fans! Today, we're going to talk about our very own team - Beijing Guoan! Look at this excitement, it's like a pot boiling over, let's sort through this matter together. Did you know? The legendary Serginho has arrived in our Beijing territory with real gold and silver! He went straight to the Beijing Youth Daily after getting off the plane, blurting out "Number 10 jersey is my favorite." Hey, that shout almost overshadowed our captain Zhang Xizhe. But who is our Xizhe brother? He's seen big scenes and traveled through the world, and Serginho also knows how to be tactful, saying "Zhang Xizhe, awesome! I hope to cooperate well with him," showing great humility. Well, if these two can really spark on the field, our Guoan midfield will be as beautiful as a painting! After talking about the new signings, let's discuss the national team. As soon as the national team training roster was announced, oh boy, Guoan shone brightly, with seven major players listed: Li Lei, Wang Ziming, Zhang Yuning, Cao Yongjing, Lin Liangming, Yang Liyu, Han Jiaqi. This lineup is almost half of the national team! Look, except for Han Jiaqi and Li Lei who are stable in defense, the rest are sharp knives on the offensive line. Coach Ivan is turning the national team's frontcourt into Guoan's backyard? We have to give credit for this move! But then again, once these seven go to the…

Oh, this is truly heart-wrenching. My Beijing Guoan is about to face even greater changes. As the new season approaches, everyone is talking and hoping that the team can achieve new glories. New challenges are coming one after another, and player changes are no small matter, especially regarding the addition of Wu Shaocong and the sale of young players, which really evokes a myriad of emotions. At the winter training base in Haikou, Beijing Guoan is making its final preparations for the new season's journey. The newly joined young national team member Wu Shaocong, a figure that everyone has high hopes for, his arrival undoubtedly enhances the overall strength of the team. As a former member of the national youth team, Wu Shaocong's skills, speed, and understanding of the game are all promising. Although his career has been up and down, this year's joining brings new hope. Many fans are wondering how he will integrate into Guoan's tactical system and whether he can become an absolute mainstay under the tutelage of new coach Setien. The limelight in the early season is not limited to Wu Shaocong, the arrival of an old general is also noteworthy. Setien, a coach with rich tactical experience, is believed to be able to rejuvenate Guoan. He is confident in using young players, especially in the current personnel configuration, the performance of young talents is crucial. Under the previous tactical system, Guoan's attacking line always seemed weak, if Wu Shaocong can quickly grow under the guidance of the new coach, the team's prospects will be very…

Hello everyone! I'm Huang Qiang, talking about sports with a twist. Today, let's discuss the topic of Wuhan Three Towns inviting a world-renowned coach to lead their team. "In the world of football, there are no eternal kings, only brave souls who constantly challenge themselves." This saying applies equally to the world of football coaching. Why is this so? The past two years have been tough for Wuhan Three Towns. The previous owner was unwilling to invest, often relying on official support. The same is true this year. Although they managed to secure entry, the team doesn't have much money. They want to improve their performance but find it difficult to retain good players. As a result, they can only invite a renowned coach to take the helm. Who is he? Recently, Wuhan Three Towns Football Club announced an eye-catching piece of news: 46-year-old Portuguese coach Felipe Martins will become the new head coach of the team, marking his first coaching stint abroad. The announcement immediately sparked heated discussions and debates among fans. Why is this the case? Some people expect him to lead the team to glory, while others worry whether he can adapt to the unique style and rhythm of the Chinese Super League. After all, he has no knowledge of the Chinese Super League. Even if he has performed well in other teams, adapting to a new environment requires time. So, can Felipe Martins really stir up a "Portuguese storm" in the Chinese Super League? This coaching change actually hides many stories. Last season, under the leadership…

The Chinese Super League and China League One teams are scrambling to strengthen their squads through transfers, with limited time for team cohesion! On January 10th, data from Transfermarkt showed that Elche midfielder Christian Salvador has joined Tianjin Jinmen Tiger for a transfer fee of 250,000 euros. The player was born on November 20, 1994, is currently 30 years old, stands at 1.84 meters tall, and plays as a midfielder. He previously played for Zamora, Celta Vigo, Sporting Gijon, Huesca, and Elche, making a total of 34 appearances in the Spanish second division. On January 10th, Shenzhen New Pengcheng officially announced the signing of 35-year-old veteran Jiang Zhipeng. Born in Qingdao and standing at 1.78 meters tall, Jiang can play multiple positions including full-back and wing-back, and is a product of the Shanghai Genbao Academy. In the 2024 season, he made 23 appearances for Wuhan Three Towns, contributing 2 goals and 4 assists. On the national team front, Jiang has participated in international events such as the World Cup qualifiers, Asian Cup, and China Cup, demonstrating rich experience in major competitions and stable competitive form with positive contributions on both offense and defense. Jiang Zhipeng has previously played for Nanchang Hengyuan, Shanghai Shenxin, Guangzhou R&F, Hebei China Fortune, Shenzhen Jianye, and Wuhan Three Towns. Some fans jokingly refer to Jiang as the "walking god of death," as all four teams he has played for have disbanded, with Wuhan Three Towns almost following suit. "Wuhan Three Towns managed to break the curse of Jiang Zhipeng's disbandment." Of course, given the current…

Fernandinho has not participated in the new round of national team training, causing an uproar among fans. In order to prepare for the top 18 matches in March, national team coach Ivan Kozlovic decided to launch a new round of training after comprehensive opinions and discussions with the Football Association. This is to ensure that new tactics and systems can be instilled in the players early. At the same time, it is also to observe more newcomers and young players, providing more choices for subsequent lineup arrangements. It is worth noting that Ivan Kozlovic held a special welcome ceremony for the naturalized player Hou Yongyong, who was selected for the national team for the first time, along with several newly selected newcomers. However, in the face of Fernandinho's absence, the coaching staff seemed unwilling to give too many interviews. However, after the team training ended, Ivan still gave an answer, frankly admitting that Fernandinho was absent due to physical reasons and had already informed the coaching staff. However, such an explanation is clearly difficult to silence public opinion. Moreover, just recently, Fernandinho posted a new dynamic on his personal social media, showing that he is currently engaged in running training. It seems that Fernandinho's body does not have too many physical problems; it is simply a matter of personal will, unwilling to participate in the training. This move has also been fiercely criticized by fans, with comments like "cloud training" flooding the comment section. However, Fernandinho's habit of being undisciplined and uncontrollable is not the first time. When he was…

Vietnam football has recently welcomed a long-awaited victory, with the championship of the ASEAN Cup breaking the gloom that has plagued the team for two years. This match not only brought long-awaited cheers to Vietnamese fans but also made everyone rethink what "playing style" really means. It must be said that Vietnamese football has been "lost" in recent years. In 2019, the Vietnamese team reached the quarter-finals of the Asian Cup, once giving people hope for the team's future, but it was followed by a sharp decline in the team's form. The FIFA ranking once fell out of the top 100, and the performance was simply unbearable. Worse still, in the matches, the team never had a clear tactical framework, the organization of the defensive line was chaotic, and the offensive end lacked creativity, as if they had lost their way. The root of all this lies in the fact that Vietnamese football has always pursued a "European-style" tactical concept, especially after hiring Philippe Troussier as head coach, the fans placed too much expectation. To put it bluntly, everyone hoped that the Vietnamese team could play like Manchester City, with precise ball control tactics, starting the attack from the backline. However, the reality is that the Vietnamese team's lineup and resources are simply unable to support such high demands. Troussier's arrival did not bring about the anticipated changes; instead, it made the team even more confused in terms of technology and tactics. The players were not adapted to this new "style of play," and the team's resilience gradually diminished. Even…