Fan Ziming, in essence, is just a tall guy who always gives people the impression of being neither up nor down when playing basketball. Despite having such good conditions, he just can't seem to perform well, and recently, his days with the Beijing team haven't been going too well either. In the recent match between Beijing and Zhejiang, Fan Ziming was like a headless fly on the court, aimlessly running around. Even though Zhou Qi was already exhausted, Fan couldn't provide much help and instead allowed the opponents to catch up in points, causing quite a headache for the coaching staff. Off the court, Fan Ziming actually trains quite hard, often practicing late into the night. However, this effort seems to yield little results, much like his top-tier salary contract that looks impressive but may not be all it's cracked up to be. In this game, he only played for 9 minutes, shooting 5 times and making 2 baskets. The statistics aren't terrible, but considering his high salary, expectations for him are naturally higher than for ordinary substitute players. Zhou Qi performed well on the court, scoring 18 points with 8 out of 12 shots. Fan Ziming watched from the sidelines, probably feeling quite bitter, as he used to be the main center for the team. The most amusing part was when he scored a goal during garbage time and celebrated as if he had won the championship, leaving fans unsure whether to laugh or cry. The coaching staff is now in a tough spot. They can't completely give up…

When it comes to the favorites for the championship in the 2025 season, it's no longer Shanghai Port, or Shanghai Shenhua who are basically maintaining their status quo, or Chengdu Rongcheng who have brought in three national team players as domestic signings. Nor is it Shandong Taishan under Choi Kang-hee. Instead, it's Beijing Guoan. Since the club's owner made the tough decision not to renew the contract with Portuguese coach Sergio Conceicao, Beijing Guoan, who used to cut corners in the transfer market, suddenly has money, as netizens say, Beijing Guoan hasn't fought such a rich battle in many years. The first move was to bring in a big-name coach. Former Barcelona team coach Quique Setien, although Beijing Guoan had previously invited the former AC Milan coaching staff, but Barcelona's fame is more resounding than AC Milan, and Setien is also the coach who taught Messi how to play football. Added to his philosophy of attack, many fans, especially Beijing Guoan fans, are already very excited, for example, when Setien came to China, many fans went to meet him at the airport, which did not happen when Suarez came. The second move is to renew contracts with veterans, such as former international Zhang Xizhe has been confirmed to stay, in the first training session of the 2025 season, Beijing Guoan has Han Jiaqi, Li Lei, Cao Yongjing, Zhang Yuning, Wang Ziming, Lin Liangming selected for the national team training. Personally, I think if Setien can solve the problem of coexistence between Zhang Yuning and Fabio, playing attacking football like Shanghai…

Xie Hui, a person who has been quite interesting from being a player to becoming a coach, has spent time in Germany and is now leading a team in Changchun. Recently, he even moved his wife and children there, showing that he is truly committed to making a success of his time there. His coaching style is particularly distinctive, always preferring to push the team forward. This approach stands out in Chinese football circles, as many coaches prefer a conservative and stable strategy. However, Xie Hui insists on pushing his team forward, which makes for an exciting spectacle for fans. When he first started coaching at Nantong Zhiyun, Xie Hui demonstrated something different. Although the team was not particularly mature, their fighting spirit and enterprising attitude were very touching, quickly earning him recognition within the industry. Although his experience with Dalian Pro was not particularly smooth, it taught Xie Hui a lot. After all, managing a relegated team is completely different from managing a well-functioning one. This experience greatly enhanced his coaching abilities. After arriving at Changchun Yatai, Xie Hui fully implemented his coaching philosophy. Although the team's strength is not top-tier, they play every game with great passion, a spirit that has inspired many fans. Xie Hui has a deep connection with Germany, having played there when he was young. Now, he has gone there specifically for further training, demonstrating a real commitment to German football. What he learned in Germany is now applied to his coaching career, such as the rigor of training and the systematic nature of…

Last season, Chengdu Rongcheng achieved remarkable results, ranking third in the Chinese Super League (CSL) and successfully securing a spot in the AFC Champions League. However, Xu Zhengyuan, the 54-year-old South Korean head coach, is not content with this achievement. Taking advantage of the off-season, he has personally financed a trip for his coaching staff to Europe for further learning. Xu began his tenure as the head coach of Rongcheng in December 2020. He has been in this position for four years. Prior to coming to China, Xu had served as the head coach of Suwon Samsung Bluewings in the South Korean league for six years, accumulating rich experience. Under Xu's leadership, Chengdu Rongcheng has made significant progress over the past three years, achieving a "three-level jump." In 2022, the team ranked fifth in the CSL; in 2023, they moved up to fourth place; and in 2024, Xu successfully led the team into the top three, just behind the Shanghai duo in the league standings. Xu hopes to lead the team to even greater success next season, believing that he and his team still have much to learn. According to Sichuan media reports, Xu has always been a learning-oriented coach. Over the past few years, he has made it a habit to travel to Europe for learning during the off-season. This year, he has continued this practice. It is reported that Xu brought a total of five coaching staff members on this trip, including three South Korean assistant coaches, one Chinese coach, and one Korean translator. With a grand lineup,…

The women's basketball league has been going on, with the Sichuan team leading the standings with a winning streak, and Han Xu averaging more than 17 points is really impressive. These girls are fighting fiercely on the court, making people shout excitedly. The national team selection is imminent, and it's hard to say who will be selected. Sichuan Shudao Yuanda women's basketball team has now achieved an 18-game winning streak. This team is so fierce that Han Xu's domineering performance in the paint can be seen in every game. Her average of 17.6 points is not for nothing, with a high shooting percentage, and she always stands out to score at critical moments. Gao Song is playing well in the Sichuan team, with an average of 15.7 points indicating that she is in top form. Although she didn't make it to the Paris Olympics, this kind of performance is absolutely worth reconsidering for the national team. The Sichuan team's achievements today are largely due to the tactical arrangements of the coaching staff, who have clearly paired Han Xu and Gao Song, making the offensive end colorful and the defense quite in place. Although other teams have a considerable points difference, the competition is still fierce, with each team wanting to make a playoff push, and every game is exciting. Li Yueru's performance at the Paris Olympics was evident to everyone, and she also performed well in the Turkish Super League. Now, no one can shake her position as the domestic center. Xu Chenyan averages 14.9 points in the Jiangsu team,…

This time, Beijing Guo'an has really brought a big surprise to the fans. We all know that coaches of this level are not easy to sign, especially in the current economic environment. It is surprising that Guo'an managed to bring in Setien. Everyone knows that the golden football era of the Chinese Super League (CSL) is no longer there, and clubs are facing financial difficulties. Especially for big-name foreign coaches like Setien, their salaries are not cheap. Moreover, top European league clubs still have a strong attraction to these coaches. Who would be willing to easily give up a higher-level stage? Beijing Guo'an has managed to put this deal on track through careful operations. In fact, as early as the plan to change coaches, Guo'an had already started to think about it. The previous coach, Suarez, failed to lead the team to achieve satisfactory results, and his tactics were not particularly outstanding. The idea of changing coaches had been there for a long time. During the summer transfer window, Guo'an almost reached an agreement with Weiss, but he was delayed because his team performed very well in the Champions League. There was no choice but to readjust the strategy and continue to look for suitable coaches. And at this time, Setien unexpectedly appeared in their field of vision. Talking about Setien, fans must be familiar with him. His coaching style always emphasizes passing and control, focusing on ball possession and rhythm control. This tactical concept is exactly what Guo'an fans have been longing for. You know, Setien once led Barcelona…

In the world of football, contract issues between coaches and teams often resemble a war without gunpowder, filled with strategies and games of wits. Recently, the contract dispute between Shandong Luneng Football Club and their Korean head coach, Choi Kang-hee, has become the focus of this "war." Choi Kang-hee, a coach with a prestigious reputation in Asian football, has won the recognition of fans since joining Shandong Luneng with his unique tactical concepts and rigorous training style. However, with the arrival of the offseason, both sides have become deadlocked over contract issues. Choi Kang-hee is eager to continue leading Luneng and hopes to gain more transfer rights to build a more competitive team for the next season. However, Shandong Luneng has explicitly rejected this request, stating that if Choi Kang-hee is willing to stay, he can continue coaching, but they will not grant him additional transfer rights. This decision undoubtedly disappointed Choi Kang-hee. As a coach with rich coaching experience, he fully understands the importance of transfer rights to a team. Without transfer rights, his influence within the team would be greatly reduced, and his income might also be affected. Therefore, his agent expressed dissatisfaction and began actively seeking other possible coaching opportunities. At the same time, rumors emerged that Choi Kang-hee was linked to the coaching position at South Korea's Jeonbuk Hyundai Motors. Although he is just one of many candidates and would need to terminate his contract with Shandong Luneng before moving to South Korea, this news still attracted the attention of fans. Some fans even called on…

The national football team has made a significant move this time, bringing down the average age to just over 24 years old. They've replaced many familiar faces, making it seem like an entirely new team, even leaving me, an old fan, feeling a bit unrecognizable. Hou Yongyong has been doing well in the Norwegian league, scoring 19 goals and providing 8 assists in a season. This is no small feat in the Norwegian First Division, considering his team, Lanheng, is only mid-table in terms of overall strength. The addition of this naturalized player has given the national team's offensive line new options. His agile positioning and sharp shooting ability are quite rare among the current attacking group, especially valuable given Wu Lei's injury absence. Coach Ivan's decision to call up Hou Yongyong was well-considered. After all, the Norwegian First Division doesn't start until late March, giving him ample time to integrate with the team and see what changes the golden boot can bring to the national team. Wumiti Jiang's experience is truly heart-wrenching. He suffered a skull fracture during a game last year, which would shock anyone, but he recovered quickly and returned to the field soon after. Although Maewolang doesn't get much playing time, he always runs hard on the field, hustling behind the forwards. Although his skills aren't yet fully mature, his determination is impressive. The addition of these two post-00s players has significantly rejuvenated the national team's locker room. Although they lack experience, their vibrant energy is exactly what the team needs right now. Currently, the national…

Good News, Fans' Favorite Coach Choi Kang-hee Returns to the Team, Zhang Chi Seems to Be Heading to Football School?‌ Hello fellow fans, your old friend Coach Choi Kang-hee has quietly returned to Shanghai with his little backpack, ready to lead our Shandong Taishan team on an impromptu winter training session! However, some players may still be dreaming, after all, they were exhausted last season, so it's understandable that they're returning late. Don't misunderstand, the players who didn't appear on the list haven't run away from home; they're just there, waiting quietly to be called upon. As for the new foreign aid, I'm afraid I'll have to disappoint you - he might have gotten lost on his way here, so he won't be joining the winter training squad. This is actually normal, as some of the team's players haven't had a break and finally have some rest time. If we do well in this phase, we can still achieve great results. Now, the focus is on the return of Coach Choi Kang-hee, the favorite of the players. Speaking of Zhang Chi, this friend seems to have a special fondness for football school and plans to go there for further studies. Our second team was utterly defeated in a friendly match against Brazilian Sports, failing to score a single goal, which is truly heart-wrenching. Zhang Chi no longer has a player contract and will look into coaching at the football school, which is also a good choice. However, Coach Choi Kang-hee has returned, and he is the "white moonlight" in the…

Translation of the content: During the off-season of the Chinese Super League (CSL), five clubs have completed coaching changes, including Beijing Guoan, Zhejiang Team, Wuhan Three Towns, Qingdao Hainiu, and Shenzhen New Pegasus City. At the end of the CSL 24 season, Beijing Guoan parted ways with Suarez in a peaceful manner. Replacing him is former Barcelona coach Quique Setien. Setien is a typical Spanish-style coach who advocates attacking football and prefers possession play, insisting on keeping the ball on the ground. His tactical system should be quite suitable for Beijing Guoan, which currently has many young players with ideas. Zhejiang Team has parted ways with Jodi, and the new coach is likely to be Raul Caneda, a close associate of Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola. The progress so far indicates that both the Zhejiang Team's coaching selection group and Caneda are satisfied with each other, and only need the final approval from the management. Coach Cado-Rodriguez, who led Wuhan Three Towns in the CSL 24 season, has joined the Japanese J-League team, Kashiwa Reysol. It is reported that replacing him will be Portuguese coach Felipe Martins. This coach has been active in the Portuguese league and achieved his best result by leading his team to promotion to the Primeira Liga. The new coach of Qingdao Hainiu is Li Xiaopeng, the former national team coach, who coached Cangzhou Mighty Lions last season. Li, a native of Qingdao, has also coached Qingdao before, making his return a triumphant homecoming. Joining Li Xiaopeng at Qingdao Hainiu is also former international player Hao…