It must be acknowledged that Chinese women's football is currently at its lowest point, with overseas players struggling to make an impact, except for Li Mengwen, who has limited playing time as a substitute. Even Wang Shuang, a key player, found herself on the bench at Tottenham Hotspur Women. However, Wang Shuang's abilities are still strong; it was an early-season injury that cost her her place in the team. Tottenham Hotspur Women have shown interest in Chinese female players, but they have also been a stumbling block for them. Tang Jiali, for instance, failed to gain recognition at Tottenham and became a substitute, with limited appearances mainly towards the end of matches. At the end of the season, Tang Jiali requested to leave, and Tottenham did not even attempt to retain her symbolically. After Tang Jiali's departure, Zhang Linyan joined Tottenham Hotspur Women, coming with the accolade of being the best player in the Swiss Women's Super League. However, like Tang Jiali, she too longed for playing time in vain and eventually returned to Wuhan Jiangda Women's Football Team. Back at Wuhan, Zhang Linyan regained her high level of play, earning the bronze boot award this season. Not only Chinese players have faced challenges; South Korean player Zhao Zhaohuan also struggled to become a regular at Tottenham before moving to a Championship team. The third player to join Tottenham Hotspur Women was Wang Shuang, who is arguably the most famous Chinese female footballer in recent years and a former Asian Footballer of the Year. Despite this, Tottenham did not offer…

Here it is! Serginho arrives in Beijing with his family, reveals the progress of naturalization, and boasts of leading the national football team to the World Cup Time has come to the year 2025, and the training camps for various clubs and the national team are about to begin. Foreign players from each team are gradually returning to China. Beijing Guo'an is set to head to Hainan for training, and the highly anticipated new recruit Serginho, who is currently undergoing the process of naturalization, has finally returned to China and arrived in Beijing. Serginho will also make an appearance at Guo'an's first phase of training in Hainan, and his addition has turned Guo'an into a strong contender for the new season's CSL championship title, potentially becoming the savior of the national team. After arriving in Beijing, Serginho accepted an interview with domestic media, discussing the details of joining Guo'an and his situation regarding playing for the national team. Upon joining Guo'an, Serginho's favorite number is 10, but he may have to wear the number 7 jersey since number 10 is already taken by Zhang Xizhe, who recently renewed his contract. Serginho doesn't have a deep understanding of Guo'an's current state; he only knows that Guo'an is a traditional team with a very good fan base. However, head coach Setien has just joined the team, and Serginho is not yet clear about the team's future tactical approach or training conditions. When talking about the naturalization process, Serginho eagerly wants to obtain his passport as soon as possible to officially represent the…

Recently, according to domestic football insiders, Changchun Yatai's midfield core, Liao Chengjian, is highly likely to join Wuhan Three Towns during the winter transfer window. Liao's contract with his former club Yatai has expired, which means he will join as a free agent. As a result, Wuhan Three Towns can acquire this prime midfielder without spending a single penny, bringing great comfort to many fans. Liao has been an absolute mainstay in Yatai's lineup over the past three seasons. Whenever Yatai finds themselves in a deadlock during matches, Liao is always the first to step up. Known for his relentless energy on the field, Liao dedicates himself fully to every game. His move to Wuhan Three Towns should allow him to perfectly replace Zhang Xiaobin. Zhang is an absolute hero for Wuhan Three Towns, having been a key player since their time in the China League One. Wuhan Three Towns' promotion from League One to the Chinese Super League (CSL) and their championship-winning season after promotion were largely due to Zhang's contributions. Despite encountering wage arrears issues over the past two seasons, Zhang did not choose to leave Wuhan Three Towns immediately. Instead, he remained with the team for two seasons, earning the recognition of the fans. Now that Zhang's contract with Wuhan Three Towns has expired, he has chosen not to continue. Therefore, Wuhan Three Towns needs to strengthen their midfield once again. Coincidentally, Yatai's starting midfielder Liao Chengjian's contract with the club has also expired. Wuhan Three Towns has signed Liao for free and offered him a lucrative…

With the announcement of the latest national football team roster, the football community has erupted in excitement as fans eagerly dissect the list to discern the future tactical layout and direction of the national team. This roster features 32 players, with numerous highlights, but it is the selection of players from Shanghai Port that has sparked significant controversy and discussion. The inclusion of naturalized player Hou Yongyong is undoubtedly a highlight of this national team training session, adding more possibilities to the national team lineup. The infusion of young talent is also encouraging, with 20-year-olds Maiwulang and Wumiti Jiang donning the national team jersey for the first time, carrying the hopes for the future of the national team. Their youthful energy is expected to spark new sparks during the training sessions. Looking at the number of players selected from each club, Beijing Guoan stands out with 7 players, becoming the biggest winner, which undoubtedly demonstrates Beijing Guoan's advantage in terms of talent reserves and the current state of their players. In contrast, last season's Chinese Super League "double champion" Shanghai Port finds themselves in an awkward position within the national team. In this national team training session, they have only two players selected, Yan Junling and Wei Zhen, which is in stark contrast to their glorious season achievements, leaving many Shanghai Port fans feeling uneasy and questioning Ivan's selection process. Looking back on last season, Shanghai Port's road to the championship was nothing short of brilliant. Foreign players like Oscar and Bargas wreaked havoc, using their superior individual abilities and默契配合默契配合…

Where does the hope for Chinese football lie? Can naturalized players really save the fate of the national team? On January 3rd, when 26-year-old naturalized player Hou Yongyong was selected for the national team for the first time, these questions were once again brought to the fore. For many people, Hou Yongyong's selection may be a hot search news that they quickly skim through and then put aside. But if you carefully delve into his story, you will find that it is not only about the turning point of a player's destiny, but also a mirror reflecting the current state of Chinese football. Born in 1997, Hou Yongyong was destined to be different from ordinary people. Can you imagine a Chinese child growing up in the heart of European football, quietly becoming the "future star of Norway" under the blessing of talent and sweat? In Norway, Hou Yongyong has been widely acclaimed since his youth training days. He not only represented various Norwegian youth teams in competitions but also frequently grabbed headlines, being considered as the "all-round midfielder" of Norwegian football. But life always loves to flip the script. In 2019, after being recruited by the naturalization policy to China, Hou Yongyong joined Beijing Guoan, a powerhouse in the Chinese Super League (CSL). At that time, many people had high hopes for him, even thinking that he might become an absolute mainstay for the national team in the future. However, things did not go as expected, and his start was not smooth. Affected by injuries, adaptation periods, and other multiple…

The latest training roster for the national football team has caught people's attention not only because the average age has dropped to just over 26 years old, but also because there are more new faces. Looking at these young players with their energetic demeanor, one can't help but recall the fighting spirit of the national team when they qualified for the World Cup in the past. The injuries to Wu Lei and Jiang Guangtai came as a surprise, and the absence of these two key players has had a significant impact on the team. However, from another perspective, this also provides younger players with more opportunities to prove themselves. Among the eight new additions to the training roster, each player has their own unique characteristics and highlights. For example, Jian Tao's speed and breakthrough ability, Han Pengfei's defensive awareness, and the technical skills of the two post-00s players, Wu Mitijiang and Maiwulong. As the only player born in the 80s, Wang Dalei's status and role within the team have become even more important. He not only needs to command the defense on the field but also lead these young players to grow rapidly off the field. The competition for the goalkeeper position is exceptionally fierce. Besides Wang Dalei, the other young goalkeepers have performed well in the league, and this healthy competition is very helpful in improving the overall strength. Ivan's tactical approach is quite in line with the current characteristics of the national team, as the team is in a stage of transition between old and new players, requiring…

On January 5th, Beijing time, Beijing Guoan has officially assembled in Haikou to start the second phase of winter training preparations for the new season. Since the end of the first phase of physical fitness reserve stage of winter training on December 28 last year, the main task of this Haikou winter training will shift to team lineup integration and tactical drills. At the same time, the foreign coaching team led by the newly appointed Spanish head coach Quique Setién will join the team, and Setién will officially begin his coaching career at Guoan Club. Setién completed his signing with Guoan in December last year before returning to Spain to deal with personal affairs. He arranged for his chief assistant coach Ramio to stay behind to lead Guoan through the first phase of winter training. As a coach who has coached La Liga giants Barcelona, Setién is undoubtedly the most prominent coach in the current Chinese Super League (CSL). In recent seasons, Beijing Guoan has experienced frequent changes in foreign coaches, but the team's performance has not improved. After finishing only fourth in the CSL last season, this forced the Guoan management to make another coaching change decision. The controversial former Portuguese head coach, Suárez, left, and was replaced by the more famous former Barcelona coach Quique Setién. The opinions on Guoan's new coach selection are mixed. The 66-year-old Setién is a professional coach trained by the Spanish football system, with a rich coaching resume. His coaching style is typical of the possession and control technical flow route favored by…

Translation of the article content into English: The latest training list of the Chinese men's national football team includes a total of 32 players, with detailed personnel distribution as shown in the figure. The author discovered three major characteristics in this list and also saw hope for the future of Chinese football. Let's discuss them together. Feature One: No Longer Superstitious About the CSL Champion Team In this list, only two players from the Chinese Super League (CSL) champions Shanghai Port were selected (Wei Zhen and Yan Junling), one of whom is a goalkeeper. This indicates that the national team is no longer blindly superstitious about champion teams but instead focuses more on real strength, which is a good thing. Winning a league championship is closely related to the team's operating funds and the level of foreign players, and does not necessarily reflect the strength of domestic players. Even if they have the ability, willingness and chemistry are also important considerations. In the 2024 CSL season, Shanghai Port had an impressive lineup of foreign players, with a significant tactical presence and influence. I believe Ivan Kozlovski would have taken note of this. In contrast, teams like Beijing Guoan, Shanghai Shenhua, Shandong Taishan, and Chengdu Rongcheng have become major contributors to the national team. Selected players include defenders from Shenhua, midfielders from Taishan, wingers from Rongcheng, and forwards from Guoan. These players can be evaluated by everyone; are they among the best in the domestic league? I think so, and I believe Ivan has a keen eye and unique insights in…

On January 6th, Beijing time, Ceará SC, a team from the Brazilian second division, announced that their 27-year-old striker, Minero, has officially joined Shanghai Shenhua, the runner-up of last season's Chinese Super League. The transfer fee is $950,000, equivalent to about 7 million yuan RMB. Minero has become Shenhua's first signing in the winter window of 2025 and will replace Malele, who has left the team, for the new season. Subsequently, Minero himself also posted on social media, expressing his upcoming journey to China to start a new career: "I have achieved my dreams at Ceará, and everything will be forever etched in my memory. Now it's time to say goodbye, and I am very grateful for everything everyone has done for me." Born on June 17, 1997, Minero is right-footed and possesses speed and impact. He played for J-League team Yokohama FC between July 2021 and August 2023, scoring 10 goals. In August 2023, Minero returned to Brazil to join Ceará SC in the second division. This season, he had a big breakout, making 30 appearances in the league, scoring 11 goals, and providing 6 assists, creating 17 goals alone. Currently, his latest market value on the German "Transfermarkt" is 900,000 euros. In the new season, Minero will partner with fellow Brazilian André Luís to form the front line's "Brazilian Double Trouble," taking on the responsibility of leading Shenhua to victory.

On the afternoon of January 3rd, Serginho finally arrived in Beijing! This Brazilian midfielder, who once played for the Japanese J-League powerhouse Kashima Antlers and then spent five years with Changchun Yatai, is not far from officially being naturalized into China. Look at this guy, despite the long journey, he arrived at the airport with a smile on his face, interacting passionately with the fans on-site, which made everyone so happy! Not only did he hold up a Beijing Guoan scarf, but he also took the initiative to sign autographs and take photos with fans, he is simply a big sweetheart, really the future star of Guoan! The arrival of Serginho will undoubtedly have a profound impact on Chinese football. Regardless of whether he has the opportunity to play for the national team immediately, just looking at his professional experience over the years is enough to make people's eyes light up. From Kashima Antlers to Changchun Yatai, this guy is no ordinary person. In Japan, he helped the team win the AFC Champions League title, proving himself on the Asian stage. After joining Changchun Yatai, he became the attacking core of the team, making 100 appearances, contributing 30 goals and 23 assists. Such performance, just looking at the data, is enough to make people full of expectations for him. Serginho's market value is also impressive! According to Transfermarkt, his current value is 1.8 million euros, which is quite high in the Chinese football world. You know, many Chinese national team players' values are not as high as his. This also…