Translation: In this work, the author will use a comprehensive scoring method to analyze which of the four major teams in the CSL season 25 - Shanghai Port, Shanghai Shenhua, Beijing Guoan, and Chengdu Rongcheng - is closer to the championship. Shanghai Port Coach Muscat was the best coach in the CSL season 24, leading the team to break records such as the longest winning streak, most goals scored, and most goal difference in his first season, showing a high level of coaching. Score 9 points. The local main lineup of the Port is based on the "Six Tigers of Chongming," with enough match experience, but age is a hidden danger. As the schedule progresses, the drawbacks of the local lineup may gradually emerge. Score 7 points. Don't forget that Wu Lei will be absent for 2 months due to injury. In terms of foreign aid, no matter how the Port recruits, it is difficult to find a substitute for Oscar and Bargas. Score 7 points. Comprehensive assessment, the Port's championship-winning strength in the new season is 7.6 points. Shanghai Shenhua Coach Slutsky seems to have led the team to ideal results and excellent coaching skills, but in reality, there are some shortcomings. In the CSL season 24, good luck masked some of his coaching issues. Score 7 points. The local lineup of Shenhua is luxurious, with national-level players filling the front, midfield, and backline, and even the substitutes could form a starting lineup better than some lower-tier CSL teams. Score 10 points. In terms of foreign aid, Shenhua has…

The U20 national football team played a friendly match against Thailand U20, ending in a 1-1 draw. The first half saw both teams scoreless, with a somewhat dull atmosphere. In the 31st minute of the second half, Thailand broke the deadlock with a stunning shot that skimmed the crossbar and flew into the net, putting U20 China behind 0-1. At a critical moment, Chen Shihan stepped up, scoring from long range at the top of the penalty arc to level the score. Neither side was able to change the scoreline thereafter, and the 1-1 result held until the final whistle. For this match, the starting lineup for U20 China included goalkeeper Liu Qiwei, defenders He Yiran, Peng Xiao, Shi Songchen, Yang Xi, midfielders Zhang Zhixiong, Chen Zeshi, Wang Yudong, Kuai Jiwen, Mao Weijie, and forward Liu Chengyu. It is worth noting that in a previous friendly match, U20 China lost 1-4 to Jeonbuk Hyundai Motors, indicating less-than-ideal form. The performance of U20 China in this game can be described as a mixed bag. On the positive side, the team did not collapse when trailing, and Chen Shihan's long-range shot showcased the individual abilities of the players. However, throughout the match, U20 China's offensive organization appeared disorganized, with insufficient midfield control, and the absence of Yimulan clearly hindered the team's flow. From the perspective of the players themselves, Chen Shihan's goal was the highlight of the game, with his long-range shot from the top of the penalty arc helping the team equalize. As one of the core midfielders for U20 China,…

Shanghai Shenhua Football Club is currently at a crucial juncture of succession and rejuvenation, with promising development momentum evident from both its youth training echelons to the first team. Recently, the Shenhua U12 team achieved remarkable results at an international invitational tournament held in Auckland, New Zealand. This young squad maintained a perfect winning record in eight matches, ultimately securing the championship without any doubt. Behind this outstanding team achievement, the individual performance of young forward Anmar stood out particularly, as he scored an astonishing 19 goals in eight games, becoming the key contributor to the team's title with his impressive goal-scoring efficiency. Such achievements in youth training have brought comfort to everyone at Shenhua Club, as they not only represent victory in a single event but also demonstrate the positive development trend of Shenhua's youth training system. The success of youth training is the foundation for the sustainable development of a football club, and Shenhua's investment and harvest in this area have injected strong impetus into the club's future development. In terms of the first team, since the acquisition by Jushi Group, Shenhua has shown a strong determination to win championships. The arrival of the new owner has brought new vitality and resources to the team, which was already evident in the 2023 season. That season, Shenhua displayed excellent competitive strength on the FA Cup stage, eventually defeating Shandong Taishan in the final to win an important championship trophy. This hard-won championship not only boosted the morale of the entire team but also gave fans hope of seeing the…

Beijing Guoan Wins Two Consecutive Warm-up Matches, Can You See That Setien Is More Advanced Than Suarez? Hey, fellow Beijing fans, today we're going to talk about our Beijing Guoan! The 2025 season hasn't officially started yet, but Guoan has already given us a great start with two consecutive victories in the warm-up matches. It's so exciting! They won the first match 2-0 against Changchun Yatai and the second match 4-2 against Chongqing from the China League One. In total, they scored six goals, which made me feel so passionate and happy! Now, many fans are starting to wonder: Is Setien better than the previous coach, Suarez? Let's discuss this. Honestly, Setien, this coach, has a deep understanding of controlling football. His philosophy of pressing and surrounding after mistakes is very fast, whether it's one-on-one or multiple players working together. This is just like the high-pressure tactics of Barcelona back then! He values ball control and pressing more than anything else. And considering his background as an international chess master, how could his IQ be low? This coach is not simple! Guoan has invested heavily in bringing in Setien. Once the national team players return, his concept of controlling football will surely take root in Guoan. Last season, Guoan lost too many points against weaker teams, losing twice to Shenzhen Xinpengcheng and even falling to Changchun Yatai away from home. At that time, Suarez was jokingly called "Song Jiang, the Timely Rain of the Chinese Super League," and now it seems there's some truth to that. Suarez's regional defense was…

On March 20th, the seventh round of the highly anticipated World Cup qualifiers officially kicked off, attracting the attention of football fans around the world. The sports channel CCTV5 will broadcast this match live, bringing viewers an exciting showdown. The highlight of this round is undoubtedly the match between the Chinese men's football team and the Saudi Arabian men's football team, and the location of this match has also changed. Originally, the home game for the Saudi Arabian men's football team was held at the King Abdullah Stadium, but due to the difficulty of winning in this stadium during the current World Cup qualifiers, the match venue has been changed to the advanced facilities and unique atmosphere of the King Saud University Stadium in Riyadh. In this much-watched match, the Chinese men's football team set out with a squad worth approximately 12 million euros, which may seem slightly inferior in terms of value compared to their opponents, but the players are in high spirits and determined to show their best in the away challenge. On the other hand, the Saudi Arabian men's football team boasts a luxurious squad worth 27 million euros, and they naturally hope to take advantage of the home field to secure this crucial victory. Although it seems that the Saudi Arabian men's football team has a certain advantage on paper, the Chinese men's football team is not without opportunities. In football, strength is closely related to multiple factors such as form, tactics, and fighting spirit. The Chinese men's football team has also staged many victories against…

With the opening of the winter transfer window, teams in the Chinese Super League (CSL) are strengthening their squads for the new season. Beijing Guoan, with its lofty ambitions, is no exception. Recently, domestic media brought exciting news to Beijing Guoan fans. It is reported that the previously rumored foreign midfielder, Dawan, has successfully arrived in Haikou and appeared at the Mission Hills Hotel where Guoan is staying. This news undoubtedly thrilled the fans, as it means that this powerful midfielder joining Beijing Guoan is only a matter of time. Since Li Ke's departure, Guoan's midfield has been somewhat stretched. Veteran Chi Zhongguo, though experienced, is getting older and cannot hold up this key position alone. Therefore, reinforcing the midfield and finding a strong midfielder to replace Li Ke and complement Chi Zhongguo became an urgent issue for Guoan during this winter window. The arrival of Dawa provides the best solution to this problem. Dawa previously played for Gamba Osaka in Japan's J-League. Over the past three seasons, he has made 114 appearances, scoring 14 goals, showing stable and efficient performance. In the recently concluded 2024 season, Dawa reached the peak of his career. He averaged 2.2 clearances, 0.8 interceptions, 1.3 tackles, and 3.9 recoveries per game, which are undoubtedly top-level defensive statistics in the CSL. More importantly, while maintaining high-efficiency defense, Dawa also demonstrated excellent offensive capabilities, with an average rating of 7.04, ranking ninth among all J-League midfielders, making him the core of Gamba Osaka's midfield. It is worth noting that in the past three seasons, Dawa has…

On January 21st, Beijing time, the latest situation of the Chinese Super League friendly match. Dalian Yibo made a comeback from 2 goals down to defeat Beijing Guoan 3-2, with Malele scoring his first goal and assist in his debut; Shanghai Shenhua defeated Qingdao West Coast 4-1, winning their second consecutive friendly match victory. Beijing Guoan faced newly promoted team Dalian Yibo in this match. In previous friendly matches, Guoan achieved two consecutive victories, while Dalian Yibo had one win and one loss. In terms of starting lineup, Guoan fielded all four foreign players: Guga, Dawan, Serginho, and Fabio, while Dalian Yibo only had Kalanga as a single foreign player in the starting lineup. After the opening whistle, Fabio scored a solo goal to help Guoan break the deadlock on the field, followed by Nabi Jiang's cross causing an own goal for Dalian Yibo. With only one foreign player, Dalian Yibo created few opportunities, and Kalanga missed a clear chance with a wild shot, leaving Guoan leading 2-0 at halftime. In the second half, both teams made substitutions. Guoan withdrew their starting foreign players, with Lin Liangming, Yang Liyu, Zhang Xizhe, and others forming the midfield and forward combination, and Engadu taking the field. New signings Malele and Mamadou of Dalian Yibo also made their debuts. Malele, making his debut, showed excellent form with a pass and a shot that helped Dalian Yibo level the score. In the closing stages, new signing Liu Yi scored another goal, and Dalian Yibo staged a remarkable comeback from two goals down to win…

Recently, Beijing Guoan started to make bold changes in their formation during a friendly match and even had the veteran Wang Gang play as a center-back. This move did not surprise many Guoan fans, as they are familiar with the club's tendency to convert forwards into center-backs. Previously, Xu Yunlong made a successful transition from forward to center-back, and later Yu Dabao and Zhang Chengdong also switched to playing as center-backs towards the end of their careers. Therefore, Guoan fans were not particularly surprised when new coach Setien transformed Wang Gang into a center-back. However, Wang Gang's performance as a center-back has been average, with frequent positional errors appearing in recent friendly matches. In the friendly match against Dalian Yingbo, Wang Gang's defense was repeatedly breached by the opponent's new forward Malele. After 90 minutes of intense battle, Guoan narrowly lost 2-3 to their opponents. The only highlight of this friendly match was the impressive performance of new signing Dawan. Although Dawan has not yet been officially announced as joining Guoan, he has already taken the field wearing the team's jersey. Dawan immediately made an impressive debut by providing a precise assist, finding center-forward Fabio. Fabio did not disappoint Dawan's good intentions and turned the pass into a goal. Dawan scored in his first appearance for Guoan in the friendly match, which made many Guoan fans believe that bringing him to the team was the right decision. Dawan previously had a remarkable record of continuous goals in the Japanese league, becoming the core player of Gamba Osaka. Later, his outstanding…

The Asian Qualifiers for the World Cup have concluded, with the first six rounds of matches completed. In Group C, where the Chinese national team is located, the situation has become chaotic. Apart from Japan, the other five teams still have a chance to secure second place, and even if they end up with 10 points after 10 rounds, they might still finish at the bottom, making it a true "Group of Death." China's highest ranking was fourth, but in the fifth round, Australia drew with Bahrain, Saudi Arabia lost 0-2 to Indonesia, and China lost 1-3 to Japan, leading to significant changes in the rankings. Four teams ended up with six points, but China's goal difference of -10 was the worst, resulting in them being ranked last. However, this current ranking is not important because the remaining four matches in 2025 will be the decisive battles. China's last four matches are against Australia, Saudi Arabia, Indonesia, and Bahrain. If they can draw with Australia and Saudi Arabia and then defeat Indonesia and Bahrain again, reaching 14 points would be enough to qualify for the 2026 World Cup in the United States, Canada, and Mexico. Ivan Kozlovic, the head coach of the Chinese national team, aims to lead the team to compete for a World Cup spot. After the first six rounds, Ivan's confidence has increased, and he has made two requests to the Chinese Football Association (CFA), one of which has already been approved, while the other concerns accelerating the naturalization process and bringing in foreign players to play…

With the official announcement of Liao Jintao's joining and Ali Mi's arrival, Dalian Yingbo's recruitment is basically nearing completion, and there will not be any more major signings. The team will end the winter training phase in Haikou this week and start the final preparations after the holiday. At 15:30 on January 21, Dalian Yingbo welcomed their third friendly match in Haikou against Beijing Guoan. In the previous two matches, they won 2-1 against Tongliang Long and lost 0-2 to Shanghai Shenhua. Facing the rhythm of the Chinese Super League level, Dalian Yingbo's players still need to adapt. Guoan almost sent out all their main players, making some adjustments to the starting lineup after several national team players returned. Setien also understands "human relations," with Zhang Yuning and Abreu starting as dual center forwards, trying to coexist. New foreign aid Dawan partnered with Guga, and Serginho played. Dalian Yingbo started with a single foreign aid for the second consecutive game, with the goalkeeper changed to Huang Zihao, Xiao Wen, Yang Mingrui, Song Yue, etc., starting consecutively. Malele, Mamadou, and other foreign aids were on standby, and facing strong teams continuously was a good exercise for Yingbo. Similar to the previous game, Dalian Yingbo started passively, with Guoan's passing and control and small-range cooperation being默契. Dalian's defense was vulnerable, and Guoan's simple long pass allowed Abreu to score the first goal with a solo shot, showing his hot form. Dalian Yingbo was relatively passive, with their backline easily breached, only Kalanga starting as a foreign aid, and no midfielders controlling the…