The new training roster for the Chinese men's national football team has finally been released after much anticipation. This time, head coach Ivan has called up a total of 32 national players, with Beijing Guoan becoming the largest contributor, boasting seven of their players selected. In addition to some familiar faces and regulars in the national team, there are also five newcomers included in this training session: Wu Shaocong, Yang Liyu, Hou Yongyong, Maiwulang Mijiti, and Wumiti Jiang Yusup. Among them, the inclusion of the eagerly anticipated naturalized player Hou Yongyong has excited Chinese fans the most. Overall, the roster aligns well with the wishes of Chinese fans, as it truly represents a major overhaul of the national team lineup, significantly improving the previously somewhat aging age structure. However, despite this, Ivan's selection for the national team still has three questionable choices that have sparked widespread criticism and controversy among fans. Firstly, why was Yang Liyu, who has performed averagely, called up? Secondly, why is Wei Zhen still being used? Thirdly, why was the naturalized powerhouse Alan dropped from the squad? Is he not better than Yang Liyu? In summary, these three confusing selections by Ivan have raised many questions and criticisms from fans. Let's start with the issue of Yang Liyu's call-up. Looking back at his past performance on the field, it is difficult to describe it as "outstanding." In club matches, although he occasionally shines, more often than not, he falls into mediocrity, lacking enough firepower in the offensive end to create decisive opportunities for the team. His…

Translation: On January 4, 2025, Beijing time, the Henan team, known as the Central Plains Iron Army, started the second phase of their winter training in Yulong, Yunnan. The winter transfer window is set to officially open on January 6. So far, Henan has made some initial progress in recruitment, with several domestic players entering the trial range of Nanjiyi. In addition to domestic players, foreign players are still being sought after. According to previous news, Nanjiyi intended to build a double foreign central defender lineup for the new season, and even went to Brazil's Serie B for scouting in December. However, the results of introducing foreign central defenders have not been ideal so far, and it is said that both sides are making their final efforts. According to media sources from Henan Football Intelligence Station, it is difficult to reach an agreement with the foreign central defender in Nanjiyi's mind, and there may be a change in the lineup of double foreign central defenders in the future. The focus of recruitment will shift to the defensive midfielder position. Therefore, according to Nanjiyi's intention, it will be necessary to introduce a main player from the Chinese Super League for the central defender position. In summary, before every transfer window opens, there is always a period of rumors about foreign and domestic transfers, but ultimately everything must be announced by the official channels!

The battle drums for the new season of the Chinese Super League have yet to sound, but various teams have already made key moves on their squad lineup, making the situation increasingly unpredictable. Over at Shanghai Shenhua, foreign aid Mynoro is likely in place, and after bidding farewell to five players, the lineup for the 2025 season has basically taken shape. It's like a refurbished battleship quietly docked in the harbor, waiting to set sail and plunge into the waves of the league. Beijing Guoan is aggressive, with seven national team players stationed, Serginho leading the charge, and rumors swirling about Wu Shaocong's loan move. Such a lineup seems like a meticulously crafted sword, its cold light gleaming, with growing calls for championship victory, filling fans with hope as if they can see the trophy beckoning to the team. Chengdu Rongcheng is not to be outdone, with four new signings gradually appearing at the base, Liu Dianzuo's joining being the finishing touch, as if fortifying the team's defense with a solid fortress, instantly elevating the lineup's strength by a level. They also harbor ambitions to challenge for higher rankings, eager to try. The lineup for the 2025 season is shrouded in mystery, hard to fathom. With Oscar and Bargas leaving, Citadini's loan period ending, and Wei Zhen's contract expiring, there are vacancies both domestically and abroad. At this point, Shanghai Port is like a castle in urgent need of repair, lacking bricks and tiles. With only a little over a month left before the match, three foreign aid spots remain…

The intense battle for talent in the Chinese Super League (CSL) has reached a fever pitch as two major clubs, Shanghai Port and Shanghai Shenhua, engage in a fierce competition to secure the services of Brazilian forward, Shaluo Mineluo. This high-stakes transfer saga has been likened to a "palace drama," with both clubs vying for the player's signature to bolster their attacking prowess. Mineluo has made a name for himself in the Brazilian league, where he has been a prolific scorer, earning him the attention of these two CSL giants. Initially, it seemed that Shenhua was close to securing the deal, with rumors suggesting that a transfer fee of 950,000 euros had been agreed upon, making Mineluo's move to Shenhua appear imminent. However, in a surprising turn of events, Shanghai Port intervened and managed to "pry" Mineluo away from Shenhua's grasp. This move has left Shenhua fans feeling frustrated and angry, as they watched their desired foreign player slip through their fingers and into the hands of their city rivals. For Port, this acquisition is seen as a necessity to counter the loss of three key players and to strengthen their squad. Mineluo's speed, aggressive play, and exceptional shooting and passing skills are expected to provide a significant boost to Port's attacking line, giving them more confidence heading into the new season. On the other hand, Shenhua faces a setback with Mineluo's "defection," which not only undermines their transfer efforts but could also affect the team's preparations and morale for the upcoming season. Shenhua fans are understandably disheartened and filled…

The lineup of the Tianjin Tigers is facing a significant challenge - the vacancy in the central defender position. With the retirement of the experienced player Yu Yang and the imminent departure of Han Pengfei, the team's defense has become somewhat crippled. Currently, the Tianjin Tigers urgently need to add a local central defender, which has become an issue that the team management must face. Let's take a look at the current central defender lineup of the team to see how serious the situation is. Nowadays, although the Tianjin Tigers' central defender lineup is not lacking in potential players, there are very few who can truly step up to the starting position. Wang Zhenghao, although capable of playing multiple positions, hardly appeared as a central defender last season and was mostly used as a backup for other positions. Wang Xianjun, although physically fit, mostly played as a left-back last season, while Huang Jiahui's main job is as a midfielder, and he rarely gets the chance to play as a central defender. Therefore, it stands to reason that the team's defense should be worrying, and this vacancy also puts considerable pressure on the management. Speaking of Han Pengfei, everyone knows this experienced veteran. His departure means that the Tianjin Tigers' defense will lose an important pillar. With the expiration of this veteran's contract and his approach to joining Chengdu Rongcheng, the gap in the central defender position of the team becomes even more obvious. Although the Tianjin Tigers still have foreign aid Grant, the club does not plan to use a…

On December 19, 2024, CCTV reported that Gou Zhongwen, the former director of China's General Administration of Sport, was arrested. This news was welcomed by netizens who had been paying attention to this "professional" who had caused turmoil in table tennis and football, deeply harming Liu Guoliang and Cai Zhenhua. In 2016, after the retirement of the old director Liu Peng, many people thought that Cai Zhenhua would be the next to take the position, as he had made a name for himself in the table tennis world. However, unexpectedly, Gou Zhongwen "parachuted" into the position of director of the General Administration of Sport. Although he had excelled in the field of electronic information, he had no background in sports, which led to widespread doubts about how an outsider could lead the sports industry. Despite some believing that Gou Zhongwen had the capability to lead due to his appointment, his first act upon taking office was to "eliminate dissidents." He removed experienced figures like Cai Zhenhua and Liu Guoliang from their positions, leading to internal chaos within the sports administration. This culminated in a boycott by top players like Ma Long and Zhang Jike during the national table tennis league in 2017, protesting against Gou Zhongwen's actions and calling for Liu Guoliang's reinstatement. However, this only resulted in further punishment for Liu Guoliang and criticism for the players. Gou Zhongwen's reforms were also criticized for being impractical and not considering the differences between various sports. His "physical fitness competition" standard required all athletes to pass physical fitness tests, regardless of…

The competition in Group C of the 18-team tournament is as suspenseful as a thriller, with each match result causing hearts to race and excitement. It's a group of evenly matched teams, tightly intertwined, fighting fiercely against each other. When we talk about Group C, it's synonymous with the "Group of Death," and we must mention the Chinese team. Although some people don't have much confidence in our strength, even Japan's head coach, Moriyasu Maki, has praised the performance of the Chinese team. His prediction gives us a glimmer of hope while also delivering a heavy blow, reminding us that this road to qualification is by no means easy. First, let's take a look at the overall situation in Group C. There are six teams you can't underestimate: besides our Chinese team, there's Indonesia, Australia, Saudi Arabia, Bahrain, and of course, other competitors who are closely following in points. The gap between everyone isn't large, with points being chased and overtaken, making every match full of uncertainty. If you don't get 3 points today, you might drop to a lower position tomorrow. This pressure and tension almost make it hard to breathe. Every match is like a decisive battle. As for Moriyasu's evaluation of Group C, he didn't underestimate the Chinese team. On the contrary, Moriyasu believes that the strength of the Chinese team has been underestimated. Even though we lost 1-3 to the Japanese team in our last match, the performance of the Chinese team really impressed him. The fighting spirit during the game surprised Moriyasu, and he even…

Translation of the article content into English: When you think the Chinese Super League (CSL) is already chaotic enough, who would have thought that the next big show would be a desperate battle like this. Originally, everyone was looking forward to the arrival of the new season, but at this moment, the focus is not just on the field. Recently, the limelight in the Chinese football world has been completely taken away by a notice from the Football Association - the Football Association notified Liaoning Ironman, the fourth-place team in the China League One (CFA), to prepare for promotion to the CSL! What's going on here? Has the CSL suddenly become a substitute bench? Many fans were stunned upon seeing this news: what exactly is happening? What happened in the CSL that made the Football Association have to make a replacement arrangement in advance? Let's put aside the game itself and focus on this message: the Football Association notified the CFA teams to prepare for replacement. What does this mean? If there are three CSL teams facing the risk of dissolution this season, it's simply thunderous! Imagine a team that was playing well suddenly facing the dilemma of having no home ground, no players, and even the possibility of being forcibly disbanded. The process of the CSL's reorganization is really unpredictable. So what's really going on behind this? To put it bluntly, apart from the football matches, there are more practical problems that have slowed down the progress of the entire season. The CSL should be the top league in…

The new roster for the national football team has been announced, and it's a mixed bag of emotions. With a list of 32 players, some are ecstatic while others are disheartened. More importantly, this lineup suggests that 12 former key players may be bidding farewell to the national team. This isn't just a simple rotation of players; it's more like a bold decision by Chinese football to cut off its own arm. Today, let's talk about these departing players and also look forward to the future of the national team. First, let's talk about the veterans. Zhang Linpeng, at 35 years old, was once the core of the national team's defense, but now it's time to say goodbye. Time waits for no one, and a decline in competitive form is inevitable. Li Ang, 31 years old, was also once a fierce player on the defensive line, but he too is gradually fading from the national team's view. The departure of these two veterans is bittersweet, but it also heralds the need for fresh blood in the national team. In midfield, Wu Xi and Liu Binbin face similar challenges. Wu Xi was once the absolute mainstay of the national team's midfield, but with age comes fluctuations in form. Liu Binbin, known for his incredible speed and nicknamed "Little Scooter," has also lost his starting position. With new talent emerging and competition intensifying, it will be difficult for them to return to the national team. There are also several players who were once highly anticipated by fans but ultimately failed to meet…

On January 3rd, a day of great significance for Chinese football, the national team officially announced the new roster, with a total of 32 players selected, and six of them from Shandong Taishan team, which has undoubtedly become a hot topic among fans and also shown the strong ability of Taishan team in talent delivery for the national team. These six selected Taishan team players are Wang Dalei, Li Yuan, Gao Zhunyi, Huang Zhenyu, Mai Wulang, and Xie Weneng. Looking closely at this list, we can't help but notice one newcomer who stands out, the 21-year-old Mai Wulang. For Shandong fans, the name Mai Wulang is not unfamiliar. Looking back at the just-passed 2024 season, he was a key young force cultivated by head coach Cui Kangxi. On the field, Mai Wulang showed a tenacious competitive style, a boldness to fight and an unyielding attitude to make moves, which made him stand out among many young players. It is precisely because of this that he won the trust of Cui Kangxi and was able to accumulate experience and show his potential in many games. And this time being able to enter the national team's big list, it highlights the high recognition and trust that Ivankovic has for this young player. It can be said that for Mai Wulang, this is a real double happiness. First of all, being selected into the 32-man list of the national team is an honor in itself, and it means that he is likely to get more opportunities to be reused in the future journey…