On January 3rd, Beijing time, the Chinese men's national football team announced its first training list for the new year. The naturalized player Hou Yongyong, who was highly anticipated, finally made his first selection. In addition, newcomers such as Maiwulang and Wumiti Jiang were also on the list, while national team captain Wu Lei and veteran Alan were left out of the squad. So what are the highlights of this national team list? Highlight 1: 3 newcomers make their debut! 20-year-old twin stars could be a surprise Hou Yongyong, Wumiti Jiang, and Maiwulang are all making their first appearance on the national team training list. Besides Hou Yongyong, who is 26 years old and in his prime, both Wumiti Jiang and Maiwulang were born in 2004. Maiwulang plays as an attacking midfielder, while Wumiti Jiang plays as a central defender. Both of them, along with Baihelamu, another Xinjiang player, possess a tenacious and positive playing style, and they dare to fight in matches. Perhaps they can also become a pleasant surprise for the national team in the future. Highlight 2: Wu Lei, Jiang Guangtai, and Liu Dianzuo not selected for this training session Compared to the last training list in 2024, Wu Lei, Jiang Guangtai, and Liu Dianzuo were not selected. Both Wu Lei and Jiang Guangtai missed this training session due to physical reasons. As for Liu Dianzuo, who has long served as the third goalkeeper, he has given way to Jian Tao and Han Jiaqi this time. This may also be one of Ivan's measures to promote the…

Recently, the biggest scandal in domestic football is undoubtedly that of a 21-year-old Chinese professional footballer who was exposed to such a major scandal. At such a young age, he has already been with hundreds of women and even caused multiple pregnancies. It must be said that such an exposure is indeed speechless. Some fans expressed that it is no wonder that Chinese football cannot improve; how can one play well on the field with such a style? There is no strength or focus on the field, all used off the field. What surprised the fans somewhat is that the younger brother of this young player is also Zhang Yuning, the core main player of the national team. You know, Zhang Yuning has a very positive image among Chinese football players, and he is also very professional, playing football very well. But unexpectedly, he has a younger brother who has been exposed to such a scandal. A few days ago, someone suddenly exposed online that Zhang Yuning's younger brother, Zhang Yuquan, had a big scandal. At that time, a netizen named "Zhang Yuquan, when will you hide?" suddenly posted a long article on social media, denouncing Zhang Yuquan (currently playing for Shenzhen Xinpengcheng U21) for forcibly engaging in a relationship without the consent of both parties and causing her pregnancy, then disappearing irresponsibly. At that time, the netizen posted screenshots of some of their chat records online, leaving a message "The younger brother of the current national team, when do you want to hide?" and also @ed Zhang Yuquan and…

Shandong Taishan: How Long Can They Afford to Wait? As Wuhan Three Towns and Shanghai Port are busy bringing in strong reinforcements and preparing for the new season, Shandong Taishan seems to be lagging behind with no visible moves in the transfer market. The club's pace of recruitment appears to have been put on hold, with rumored foreign players being denied one after another and the strengthening of the squad yet to materialize. Faced with this situation, fans can't help but wonder: Is the club planning a big move, or is it simply procrastinating and hesitating? The issue of foreign player recruitment at Taishan reflects a sense of bewilderment. From Aboubakar to Nene, and now to the currently favored Madruga, the club's efforts to bring in foreign talent have been likened to navigating a maze, with repeated attempts leading nowhere. In the fiercely competitive Chinese Super League (CSL), time waits for no one, and a slow start could mean falling behind. From a broader perspective, other CSL clubs have already started their recruitment early, especially strong teams like Wuhan Three Towns and Shanghai Port, who have completed multiple reinforcements in key positions. In contrast, Shandong Taishan's actions seem puzzling, as if they are waiting for an elusive "perfect opportunity." Madruga is currently the player most closely associated with Taishan in rumors. His versatility in attack and defense, particularly his accurate long passes and wide defensive coverage, could indeed address the team's current shortcomings in the central midfield position. If he were to form a midfield trio with Li Yuan and…

Recently, blogger CSL Observer revealed that Hao Wei, former head coach of the Shandong Taishan team in the Chinese Super League, has also been sentenced! The news quickly sparked heated discussions and attention from fans and media. To be honest, Hao Wei's influence in the Chinese football world is no less than Li Tie. Public information shows that Hao Wei was born in 1976 and is from Zibo, Shandong. He played as a defender on the field. With outstanding talent, he began learning football in the fourth grade of elementary school. In those days, it was not easy to play football. In 1990, Hao Wei joined the Shandong youth team. In 1993, as the only player from Shandong, he was selected for the Jianlibao youth team to go abroad to Brazil. In 1998, due to the dissolution of the Jianlibao team, Hao Wei joined the Shandong Taishan team. Soon, Hao Wei became a key player for the team. In 1999, Hao Wei followed the Shandong Taishan team to win both the league and the FA Cup double championship. However, he was suspended by the club for assaulting his mother-in-law. Afterward, Hao Wei left the Shandong Taishan team. He later played for several teams including Shaanxi Guoli, Beijing Guoan, and Shenyang Jinde. In 2006, Hao Wei retired from Shenyang Jinde and embarked on a coaching career. In 2009, Hao Wei successfully led Shenyang Jinde to avoid relegation, but was dismissed in 2010 due to poor results. He then went to assist Li Xiaopeng as an assistant coach for the women's national…

As of the end of the off-season, both Shanghai giants, Shanghai Shenhua and Shanghai Port men's football teams, have been empty-handed in terms of foreign aid recruitment. At the same time, Shanghai Shenhua has confirmed the departure of foreign aid player Marele, while Shanghai Port has confirmed the departure of foreign aid players Oscar and Bargas, which has attracted a lot of attention from fans regarding the recruitment of foreign aid for these two teams. Recently, it has been reported that both Shanghai Port and Shanghai Shenhua are interested in the same foreign player, who is considered an upgrade for Shanghai Port's Oscar, while Shanghai Shenhua hopes he can help strengthen the midfield. However, when both Chinese Super League giants set their sights on him, his current team is likely to raise the price. Who is the foreign player that both Shanghai Port and Shanghai Shenhua are competing for? He is Chiquinho, the midfielder currently playing for Olympiacos. It is reported that Chiquinho was born in 1995 and once played for Portuguese powerhouse Benfica, helping the team win the league championship and becoming a key member of the team. In 2024, Chiquinho joined Olympiacos and helped the team win the Europa Conference League title, with his goals and assists securing the championship for the team. Although Chiquinho's potential may not be as high as before, he is still a strong immediate contributor, which is evident from his transfer fee of up to 5 million euros. Clearly, both Shanghai Port and Shanghai Shenhua hope to acquire this "brain" of the team…

The landscape of the Chinese Super League (CSL) will undergo changes, with Shanghai Shenhua emerging as a strong contender, making the title race more intense. In 2024, the suspense surrounding the championship was significant, but not particularly fierce. Essentially, it was a competition between two Shanghai teams, with the "Shanghai Double" clearly stronger than other teams. However, this situation is set to change in the next season, with the title race becoming more complex. After the departure of Oscar and Balagas, the two strongest foreign players left Shanghai Port. Even with sufficient funds, it is almost impossible to find equally skilled foreign players under the salary cap regulations. At current salary levels, the likelihood of finding exceptional talent is very small. Additionally, the group of players from Chongming Island has gradually faded away, with Wang Shenchao, Lü Wenjun, and Zhang Linpeng no longer in the main lineup. Furthermore, Wu Lei is already 33 years old, and there is no longer an advantage in domestic players. Moreover, Shanghai Port will reduce its investment and enter a relatively low-key period. It is estimated that by the next season, the overall strength of Shanghai Port will decrease to some extent, and Muscat will face difficulties in player selection. Shanghai Shenhua performed exceptionally strongly in the 2024 season, coming closest to the CSL title since 2008, falling just one point short of the championship trophy. Although they ultimately did not win the title, the team demonstrated significant strength. After a season of integration, head coach Slutsky has blended well with the team and gained…

The battle for the championship in the 2024 Chinese Super League (CSL) was not particularly intense, as it was essentially a competition between the two Shanghai teams, who were clearly stronger than the other teams. However, this situation will not continue into the next season, as the championship race is expected to become more complex. Shanghai Port's strength has declined, and they will no longer possess an overwhelming advantage after the departure of their top foreign players, Oscar and Balagas. Even with ample funds, it is almost impossible to find replacements under the salary cap regulations, and the likelihood of finding valuable players at the current salary level is extremely low. Additionally, the group of players from Chongming Island are gradually aging, with Wang Shenchao, Lü Wenjun, and Zhang Linpeng, among others, largely phased out of the starting lineup, and Wu Lei is also getting older. Moreover, compared to other strong teams, the local players of Shanghai Port no longer have an advantage. Furthermore, the club will become more cautious in terms of investment and enter a relatively "low-key period." It is expected that by the next season, Shanghai Port's overall strength will decrease to a certain extent, and even if Muscat is very capable, he will face the challenge of making bricks without straw. Shanghai Shenhua, on the other hand, has shown a different situation. They made a full recovery in the 2024 season and performed very strongly. This was the closest they had been to the CSL championship since 2008, missing out on the trophy by just one…

Recently, the Chinese football world has been shaken by a surprising piece of news. The Chinese coaching staff, who were originally learning foreign coaching tactics with the national team, have undergone a significant personnel adjustment. Group leader Zheng Zhi has been urgently transferred to serve as the head coach of the U17 national team. This change undoubtedly injects new vitality and expectations into the future of the U17 national team. At the same time, Chen Tao has also been appointed as an assistant coach for the U17 team. His addition will further enhance the strength and tactical understanding of this young team! Furthermore, former member of the Chinese coaching staff, Shao Jiayi, has made an important decision. He resigned from his position in the national team and turned to become the head coach of Qingdao team. As an experienced coach and player, Shao Jiayi's joining will undoubtedly bring new tactical concepts and systems to Qingdao team, hopefully helping this team achieve better results in future competitions. With the successive departures of Zheng Zhi, Chen Tao, and Shao Jiayi, the Chinese coaching staff of the national team has effectively disbanded. This change means that in future competitions, the Chinese team will rely more on the foreign coaching team and Ivan's tactical guidance. For Ivan, this is undoubtedly a major piece of good news. He will have greater autonomy to formulate and implement his own tactical concepts without being disturbed or constrained by the Chinese coaching staff. The disbandment of the Chinese coaching staff also marks a major transformation in the coaching…

A week ago, Miao Yuan mentioned in a live broadcast that Henan's new signings included a midfielder from Shanghai Port, and Zheng Dalun quickly came into the public eye. However, with subsequent rumors of players such as Liao Li Sheng, Zheng Qian Hao, Yang Ming Yang, Zhao Jian Fei, etc., Zheng Dalun was overlooked by Henan fans. Now, as Henan begins the second phase of winter training, Zheng Dalun's name appears on the winter training list. However, this is not surprising, as Zheng Dalun wants to secure a stable contract this time. Zheng Dalun was born in February 1994, is 170cm tall, and plays as a midfielder and right winger. He has played for Shanghai Zhongbang, Shanghai SIPG, Tianjin Quanjian, Shenzhen Jiaoye, and Cangzhou Lions. At Tianjin Quanjian, he encountered unpaid wages, and when he joined Shenzhen, he also encountered unpaid wages. When he transferred to Cangzhou Lions, he still encountered unpaid wages. Every time, he accurately joined a club with unpaid wages.. Zheng Dalun will soon be 31 years old and has entered the twilight of his career. He needs to choose a stable and reliable job, and Henan is undoubtedly his best choice. Zheng Dalun has excellent speed and dribbling ability, able to use his speed to break through the opponent's defense and deliver threatening passes. He can play as a right back, right midfielder, central midfielder, attacking midfielder, winger, etc., making him a versatile player on the field. Although Zheng Dalun is an attacking player, mainly responsible for attacking on the field, tackling is still one of…

In the next two days, the Chinese Super League's winter training will once again reach a climax as teams such as Chengdu Rongcheng, Beijing Guoan, Tianjin Jinmen Tiger, and Changchun Yatai will successively head to Haikou to start the first or second phase of their winter training. Chengdu Rongcheng will gather today, and last night to this morning, four national-level newcomers have appeared in the dormitories of the Rongcheng base, including former Shandong Taishan midfielder Liao Lisheng, former Wuhan Three Towns goalkeeper Liu Dianzuo, former Changchun Yatai defender Yuan Mincheng, and former Tianjin Jinmen Tiger central defender Han Pengfei. Contracts with Chengdu Rongcheng are about to be signed for these four players. With the arrival of the new recruits, the team will fly to Haikou tonight or tomorrow to officially begin their winter training. Rumors about players like Li Ke and Wu Xiaohai have not yet been confirmed. In the new season, Chengdu Rongcheng's bench strength has been further strengthened to fully cope with multi-front battles. Of course, with the departure of Palacios, the team will also introduce a foreign player in the winger position, forming a five-foreigner combination of two forwards, one midfielder, and two defenders. In the early hours of today, Beijing Guoan's new coach and newcomers embarked on their journey to Beijing. Among them, new coach Santi Solari arrived in Beijing around 6-7 am today and will undergo a physical examination. The highly anticipated naturalized player Serginho is expected to arrive in the capital at noon or in the afternoon and will soon join Beijing Guoan. Due…