The 18-team qualifiers for the 2026 USA-Mexico-Canada World Cup Asian zone are in full swing, and our national football team is now at a critical crossroads. The seventh round of matches is about to begin, and this is undoubtedly a life-and-death battle! In preparation for this important match, the national team started its first training camp of the new year on January 9. Our head coach, Ivanković, is known for his dedication. At the age of 73, he still personally instructs each player on the field. This level of work intensity would be unbearable for most people, but Coach Ivan is giving it his all for the future of the national team! Coach Ivan understands the importance of this match, so he has implemented high-intensity training with two sessions per day during the training camp. This has been quite demanding for many of the national players, but everyone realizes that this is necessary to achieve good results in the match. After all, with four teams in the group tied on points, a win could bring us closer to qualification, while a loss would push us further away, making qualification even more uncertain. During this training camp, two newcomers have stood out, namely Hou Yongyong and Wu Shaocong. Hou Yongyong, who was selected for the Chinese men's national team for the first time, shone brightly during the training camp and earned the trust of Coach Ivan. Coach Ivan intends to assign him to the forward position, which means that in the seventh round of matches, Hou Yongyong will become a key…

The regular season is nearing its end, and soon it will be time for the playoff teams to compete. Teams that fail to make the playoffs will need to start planning for next season. In recent seasons, many young rookies have emerged in the league, each of them considered a prodigy with the potential to become superstars and rule the entire league together. Among these, there are five young players whose futures are particularly promising. Green: Green's inclusion on the list came as a surprise to many, as his scoring performance over the past three seasons has been inconsistent. However, his average of 27.8 points throughout March alone was enough to generate high expectations. Unlike the other five players, Green is also the most likely to disappoint; his future could either see him become a super scorer or gradually fade into obscurity. For Green, there are issues with both his personal abilities and the way his team has cultivated him. However, based on his performance in the second half of this season and Udoka's experimentation with the lineup, it is believed that a more suitable tactical system will be in place next season, which could lead to Jalen Green truly rising to prominence. Edwards: The number one pick in 2020, Edwards was initially considered a bust during the first half of his rookie season but was later seen as a future superstar by the second half, demonstrating his adaptability to the game and natural talent. This season marks the final year of Edwards' rookie contract, and he has led his…

To be honest, only three active NBA players deserve the title of "superstar," and Jokic falls short. There has always been much debate about what it means to be a superstar, such as the number of championships, MVPs, FMVPs, and first-team selections one should have. Indeed, as a superstar, various honors are indispensable. However, in my personal opinion, there are only three true superstars: LeBron James, Stephen Curry, and Kevin Durant. While Jokic has indeed won championships and MVPs, do you feel, like me, that he is just a little short of the mark in terms of influence? LeBron James From his debut to now, LeBron James has won four championships as the core player on three different teams. To this day, it seems that only James could achieve this feat; if anyone else has done so, please remind me. He has won four MVPs, four Finals MVPs, been selected to the All-NBA First Team 20 times, made the All-Defensive Team six times, been the assist leader once, and the scoring champion once. His statistics are even more impressive: he currently ranks first in total points with 41,355, 28th in rebounds with 11,460, fourth in assists with 11,337, seventh in steals with 2,307, and 77th in blocks with 1,133. Looking at these numbers, would you still doubt James? Of course not; he is undoubtedly a superstar. Stephen Curry Curry has played 15 seasons since the 09 season and has accumulated many honors: four championships, one Finals MVP, two regular-season MVPs, eight All-NBA selections, two scoring titles, and one steal title.…

Translation: The NBA Draft is always a grand event that captures the attention of many, with young rookies often exploding onto the scene, quickly rising to become promising stars. For instance, players like Wenyen Gabriel and Josh Huestis are breaking out and becoming core members of teams like the Spurs and Thunder. Sometimes, when the overall talent of the rookies isn't particularly outstanding, that year is referred to as a "draft down year." The 2021 NBA Draft was considered a down year, but these young players have been impressive, each breaking through their own talent ceilings. Averaging 28+4+4, the No. 1, No. 2, and No. 3 draft picks are all setting new highs, who says this year's draft quality isn't good? Experts and journalists from ESPN in the United States have summarized the first half of the NBA season, selecting the most surprising players of the season. Knicks center Towns ranked first, Pistons Cunningham second, and Spurs Wenyen Gabriel third. Cunningham has always been a relatively low-profile No. 1 pick. He plays for the rebuilding and tanking Pistons, so he hasn't received much attention. However, Cunningham has made tremendous progress this season, not only improving his personal statistics comprehensively but also significantly enhancing his leadership abilities, impressing everyone. Cunningham is the No. 1 pick of the 2021 draft. This season, he averages 24.3 points + 6.5 rebounds + 9.4 assists (third in the league) + 0.9 steals, with a shooting percentage of 45%, a three-point percentage of 36.8%, and a free-throw percentage of 80.5%. Not only can Cunningham score steadily,…

Djokovic defeated Alcaraz and advanced to the Australian Open semi-finals, where his opponent will be Zverev, ranked second in the world. The match will take place on January 24th, and CCTV will broadcast this event live. Djokovic accepted an interview with host Correll, discussing the semi-final against Zverev. Djokovic mentioned that he has a promise with Zverev, stating that as long as he has not retired, Zverev will let him win at Grand Slam events. This promise brings endless imagination to the world and suggests that Djokovic's relationship with Zverev is not ordinary. You can think whatever you want. Regardless of the outcome after this promise, it is beautiful. Using such playful and relaxed words to subtly express his confidence in victory. Djokovic is very humorous, and such interviews are very interesting. Djokovic can maintain excellent technical skills in the tennis world for a long time, which is not only due to his talent but also the result of his long-term hard and systematic training. Who will make it to the final? If Djokovic can defeat Alcaraz, he can also defeat Zverev. Zverev has more weaknesses and is easier to deal with. At this stage of the game, everyone is tired. As for playing against Sinner, the outcome doesn't matter anymore. Stopping Alcaraz from winning his fifth Grand Slam is already a great victory. The semi-final against Zverev may be easier than playing against Alcaraz. Although he is limited by his physical condition, the chances of winning against Zverev should still be higher. He serves fiercely, but Zverev's play lacks…

This season's NBA regular season schedule is halfway through, and many teams have been surprising. Typical underrated teams in the West include the Clippers, who were projected to rank 13th in the West before the season but have climbed to fifth at the halfway point. The Rockets were expected to be in the top 8 in the West before the season, but they actually made it to second place. On the other hand, teams like the Pelicans were projected to finish seventh in the West, but are actually second-to-last; the Timberwolves were projected to finish second in the West, but are actually eighth. Simply put, having a star player who can set a floor is rare and hard to come by, such as Harden of the Clippers, who can maximize the value of everyone around him, even bringing out 120% of their potential. Players who leave him often easily reveal their weaknesses, like Paul George. Additionally, youth is a major trend, as the era of James, Durant, and Curry has truly passed. When American media predicts the playoff standings for this season's Western Conference, they generally do not favor the Suns and Warriors, with even the Kings and Spurs having a higher probability of making the playoffs. The Suns' problems are obvious; they struggle against weak teams, excessively extend Durant and Booker's playing time, deplete their one-on-one abilities, and are helpless against strong teams. From defense to tactical systems, the Suns no longer count as a strong team. Meanwhile, the Warriors, who started the season with a 12-3 record as…

Translation of the article content into English: Why write about Booker? Many fans believe that the shooting guard closest to Kobe now is Booker, and Booker is only 28 years old this season. Booker was born in December 1996, so how does Booker's strength compare to that of Kobe and James at the same age? 28-year-old Booker Booker can be considered one of the strongest shooting guards currently active, excelling in both offensive and organizational abilities. His highest personal score of 70 points speaks for itself. He is particularly skilled in step-back shooting, with excellent mid-to-long-range shooting capabilities and top-tier basketball IQ, able to effectively connect the team. His best leadership achievement was reaching the finals. This season, he played 33 games for the Suns, with an average of 24.9 points, 3.9 rebounds, and 6.9 assists per game. So far, his best individual honor has been one All-NBA First Team and one All-NBA Third Team selection. 28-year-old Kobe Before turning 28, Kobe had already won three championships in his career, which was no big deal for him. The only regret was that he hadn't led a team to a championship. Kobe was born in 1978, and in the 2006 season, he was exactly 28 years old. Shaquille O'Neal left the Lakers in the 2004 season, which was two seasons after O'Neal's departure. Without O'Neal, things didn't seem to go well, especially in the first season when the Lakers failed to enter the playoffs under Kobe's sole leadership, ranking only 12th in the West. Everyone knows Kobe's personality; he was very…

In the second round of the WTA1000 Dubai main draw, a focus match took place as Chinese tennis star Zheng Qinwen faced Japanese player Nao Hibino. Despite losing the first set, Zheng applied for a medical timeout and subsequently won two consecutive sets to reverse her opponent with a score of 2-1, successfully advancing to the top 16. Zheng Qinwen, known as China's No. 1 female tennis player, won the runner-up at the Australian Open and stopped at the round of 16 in the WTA1000 Doha station. At the Dubai station, the sixth-seeded Zheng continued to receive a bye in the first round. Japanese player Nao Hibino, ranked 90th in the world, successfully advanced from the qualifying rounds. In the first round, she defeated Linette 2-1 and advanced to the second round to face Zheng Qinwen. In the first set, the game progressed unexpectedly, with Zheng Qinwen in poor form, quickly falling behind 1-4 and 2-5. However, Zheng fought back to level the score at 5-5. Unfortunately, she was broken again and lost the first set 5-7. During the break between sets, a worrying incident occurred for Chinese fans as Zheng applied for a medical timeout, undergoing auscultation and taking medication. This situation truly made Chinese fans anxious. However, during the medical timeout, many comments from live stream viewers were disheartening. In the second set, Zheng's state recovered, and she won the set 6-2, bringing the match into the decisive set. This set truly reflected the real strength of both sides. In the decisive set, Zheng continued to dominate the…

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Ma Long and Fan Zhendong are currently attending the fashion week in Milan, Italy, which is also Ma Long's first appearance at a fashion week. Their stylish outfits, including a blue leather jacket and oriental-inspired Chinese-style suits, have impressed netizens with their elegance and sophistication. Not only do they excel on the sports field, winning glory for the country, but they also shine in the fashion world with their good looks and charisma. They are confident enough to face the close-up cameras of G Society without any fear of unedited photos. When asked to rate his fashion performance, Ma Long said he has improved from a score of 6 to 8.5, leaving room for further improvement of 1.5 points. At the show, Ma Long sat next to Li Xian to watch the show. After the event, Ma Long even presented Li Xian with a signed racket. Men's Folio Singapore has released the best celebrity looks at the 2025 Milan Fashion Week, and Ma Long's Prada ambassador look was selected! Ma Long visited Esquire Fashion, expressing new expectations for 2025: "I hope to try different experiences." He also shared his thoughts on maintaining a youthful lifestyle: "Maintaining regular sleep patterns and appropriate exercise can keep both the body and mind young." Fan Zhendong posted two updates on social media, thanking Armani and expressing his intention to return to Milan. Fan Zhendong's limited-edition baseball look caught everyone's attention, perfectly blending his sense of fashion with his athletic talent, making people envious. Standing in the center among international figures, Fan Zhendong has carved…