Basketball has a saying called "the heart of a champion," and football calls it "Guo'an always striving for first place." This is the spirit of Beijing people. We may not be strong enough, but we must persevere and maintain a spirit of striving and effort. This season in the CBA league, both Beijing teams have made significant investments during the offseason. The Shougang team has successively signed Zhou Qi and Chen Yingjun, adding them to the roster with Zeng Fanbo, Lei Meng, and others, making their paper strength comparable to some championship-contending teams. On the other hand, Beikong is not to be outdone, having signed a package deal with Shenzhen for the frontcourt duo of Salinge and Shen Zijie, with Zhu Songwei joining the team on the perimeter, complemented by foreign players Rile, Tres, and others, making their strength also formidable. However, both teams have not performed as expected this season. Currently, Shougang ranks ninth in the league, while Beikong ranks tenth. Forget about contending for the championship; now, whether they can even enter the playoffs is questionable. In fact, your Beikong lineup, starting with Rile, Salinge, Liu Xiaoyu, Zou Yuchen, Zhu Songwei, and substitutes including Shen Zijie, Tres, Guo Hao, Zhang Fan, Meng Zikai, Liao Saning, Jin Xin, among others, is already a super-luxury battleship in the CBA. These substitute players could start for other teams, like Meng Zikai and Jin Xin, who were once the ironclad starters for Tianjin. But with this current record, aside from the impact of injuries, frankly, Min Lulei really needs to take responsibility.…

Recently, with the confirmation that two overseas players, Hou Yongyong and Wu Shaocong, will return to the Chinese Super League (CSL), it not only faces the "reduction" of an already mediocre overseas contingent but also resets the number of players serving in Europe's mainstream leagues back to "zero." Strictly speaking, the Norwegian First Division and the Polish Super League can at best be considered third-rate leagues in Europe. However, this is already the pinnacle that domestic players can reach. The remaining players can only wait for opportunities to play in Spain's third and fourth-tier leagues, German community leagues, Belgium's third-tier league, etc. In response to the difficulties of overseas development, the Football Association is also exploring new ways. For example, the FA Chairman Song Kai once planned to require sponsors to provide overseas subsidies for players and their families, and even emulate Japan's early model of bringing capital to stay abroad (salaries fully borne by advertisers). The age for staying abroad is more inclined to start from teenagers. Recently, a piece of news has undoubtedly added new possibilities for overseas development. According to the official revelation of the French Ligue 1 team Auxerre Club, the young players from the youth training college cooperated with Shanghai Jinshan Sports Center visited Auxerre recently for a 12-day training and competition. They will compete with Auxerre players of the same age in France, improving their skills. Most importantly, they are preparing in advance for the possibility of joining Auxerre Club later. Auxerre Football Club, founded in 1905, has a history of 120 years and…

Recently, this piece of news has really set my heart racing. Guangdong Men's Basketball Team has finally welcomed some great news! Even as a casual observer like me can't help but marvel at the changes that are finally coming. The background of the game is not to be underestimated. The match between Guangdong and Beikong can be said to be the focus of this season. Both teams are going all out on their journey to win the championship. Beikong has been making steady progress in terms of results, while Guangdong Men's Basketball Team has been somewhat overshadowed by the clouds of injury. Just as the feeling of unease gradually intensifies, it seems that the sun is also piercing through these clouds, gradually revealing the hope of dawn. The most exciting thing is the return of Xu Jie and Hu Mingxuan from injury, which is like injecting a strong shot into the team. Xu Jie, with his precise three-point shots, always brings change to the team at critical moments; while Hu Mingxuan is the engine in the backcourt, his organizational skills and breakthrough ability can effectively tear apart the opponent's defense. The return of these two core players undoubtedly enhances the overall strength of the team, as the saying goes "like adding wings to a tiger," Guangdong Men's Basketball Team has made a qualitative leap in both offense and defense. While the fans cheer, Zhu Fangyu's subsequent actions are also quite anticipated. He is seeking to sign Russell, a guard who has performed outstandingly in the European league, which is undoubtedly…

This data should reflect to some extent the success or failure of a team's recruitment, or the status of a new player in the eyes of the team's head coach. That is the ranking of Chinese women's football players who joined new teams in the European women's league this season and their counterparts in terms of playing time in the league. Here are the statistics for our female players after their new transfers this season: London City Lionesses introduced a total of 13 players, excluding one long-term injured player and one loaned-out player. Among the 11 new signings, Shen Mengyu ranked 8th in playing time. West Ham United Women introduced a total of 9 players, excluding two loaned-out players. Among the 7 new signings, Li Mengwen ranked 5th in playing time. Dijon FCO Féminin introduced a total of 7 players, with Wang Yanwen ranking 5th in playing time. Bayer Leverkusen Women introduced a total of 6 players, with Shen Menglu ranking 5th in playing time. Lazio Women introduced a total of 7 players, with Yang Lina ranking 7th in playing time. Honestly speaking, this is the status of our overseas players among the new signings of their respective teams. They can hardly provide significant help to their new teams. Moreover, among the five of them, only Li Mengwen and Wang Yanwen have managed to rank within the top 11 in playing time for their teams so far in the league. Unexpectedly, the third-best ranking is Shen Menglu. Therefore, their current situation in Europe is a true reflection of the reality…

The relegation team of the Chinese Super League (CSL) last season has introduced another top scorer from a Champions League team, which is a sign that Chinese football is truly bouncing back. This is Shenzhen Xinpengcheng's acquisition of Sackaria from the top-ranked Austrian Bundesliga club, who is the top scorer of the Austrian Cup and his team, Graz Storm, also participates in the Champions League. He is undoubtedly a player of the same level as Alan, the next big name in the CSL. Alan once won the silver boot in the Austrian Bundesliga and was also the top scorer in European leagues. After coming to the CSL, he achieved great success and even became an important naturalized national player in Chinese football. In addition, another Austrian Bundesliga top scorer, Soriano, also achieved success with Beijing Guoan, becoming a high-value-for-money shooter in the CSL. Now, Sackaria's abilities are even more comprehensive, making him very promising. You can tell from these three details that this foreign aid will not disappoint. First, in the 21-22 season, he scored 13 goals in a single season in the Austrian Bundesliga, finishing in the top four of the league's scoring list. Before and after that season, he scored 42 goals in three years, and later he even won the golden boot in the Austrian Cup, ensuring his goal-scoring ability. Secondly, his passing skills are of top European standards. In the 22-23 season, he had 9 assists in the Austrian Bundesliga, ranking second in the assists list, demonstrating his comprehensive offensive capabilities. He has even received attention…

Manchester United left-back Tyrell Malacia will be allowed to leave the club during the January transfer window, with manager Ruben Amorim approving the deal. The 25-year-old Dutch international can be loaned out, but whether he can find a new club will depend on continued efforts from the club and his agent, a situation similar to that of his friend Marcus Rashford. Malacia joined United in 2022 for a fee of £13 million from Feyenoord in the Eredivisie, becoming the first signing under former manager Erik ten Hag. The player initially performed well in his first season, even displacing Luke Shaw as the starting left-back at one point. However, he soon found himself sidelined alongside his English rival due to long-term injuries in the treatment room. Due to a serious knee injury, Malacia underwent two surgeries, missing 18 months, including the entire previous season. He finally returned to action last November, making five appearances since then, but often performing mediocrely and being substituted at halftime. According to the Dutch media outlet "Voetbal International," Manchester United and Amorim informed Malacia on Friday that he could seek a new club, with expectations that he might leave on loan in the second half of the season. It seems that Amorim has determined that Malacia is not good enough to play for his Manchester United team, preferring to use Diogo Dalot and Mazraoui as makeshift left-backs rather than selecting Malacia. The 39-year-old Portuguese coach also revealed that 29-year-old Luke Shaw is expected to recover from his injury this month. There have been inquiries from several…

The departure of Oscar marks the end of the golden era in the Chinese Super League (CSL), where big-name foreign players were bought at high prices. Now, the trend is shifting towards more affordable options, with players valued around one million becoming the new favorites for teams. In this context, the actions of two newly promoted teams are particularly noteworthy, as their recruitment strategies could potentially pave a new path for the future development of the CSL. Dalian Yibo, as a newly promoted team, has a clear strategy in their recruitment, focusing on familiar faces from the CSL. They have retained Kalanga, who has proven his abilities in the league and has a keen sense for scoring goals. Additionally, they have signed Marele, who played for Shanghai Shenhua last season, and Labiade, who previously played in Yunnan, both of whom can bring variety to the team's attacking play. In defense, they have signed Mamadou, who played for Beijing Guoan last season and brings valuable experience to stabilize the backline. The only foreign player yet to be officially announced is Alimi from North Macedonia, but there is anticipation for what he can contribute to the team. Dalian Yibo's lineup seems to have low integration difficulties, as these players are well-versed in the league's rhythm, which might lead to a "newly promoted miracle" in the new season. Yunnan Yukuang also made significant changes in their foreign player lineup during the offseason. They only kept Jonica from last season and have confirmed Portuguese midfielder Nene to strengthen midfield control. However, there was a…

Imagine a player nearing 40 years old, yet still earning one of the highest salaries in football history - 220 million euros! Is this not a "miracle"? Even more astonishingly, this player's competitive form seems to have not declined due to age. Some people mock, saying "earning sky-high wages while playing 'retirement football'", while die-hard fans firmly declare, "This is the greatest respect for a legend!" Whether it is right or wrong is aside, but this phenomenon is indeed worth pondering: Is Ronaldo's renewal about continuing his legacy, or is it part of a grand plan for the Saudi league? There is a "truth" in the football world: Players generally decline after 30, and those who can maintain top-level performance at 35 are as rare as phoenix feathers and unicorn horns. However, Ronaldo is clearly different. This Portuguese star born in 1985 is not only treated exceptionally "gently" by time, but his level of self-discipline is also astonishing. Many jokingly refer to Ronaldo as the "Iron Man of football." You might not imagine that he lives strictly according to a schedule every day, never indulges in his diet, and trains with unyielding determination. There were teammates who revealed that whether Ronaldo won a cup or was at home on weekends, his schedule was always a cycle of "gym, swimming pool, and training ground." It is precisely this super-strong self-discipline that has allowed Ronaldo's competitive form to "last" several more years than ordinary players. It is worth mentioning that studies have shown that athletes' muscle activity and endurance do indeed decline…

This season, the Phoenix Suns have been in a state of turmoil. Due to unsatisfactory team performance, the Suns are attempting trades from various angles. On one hand, they hope to get rid of Beal's super contract; on the other hand, they also plan to trade away center Nurkic. However, for the Suns, trading Beal is quite challenging due to the massive amount of his contract and his trade veto power, making it not an easy task to complete the trade. Compared to the past, the Suns' urgent need for a center has reached an unprecedented level. Since Nurkic was benched, the Suns' frontline has become increasingly weak. Plumlee's subpar performance this season has left the Suns' interior virtually non-existent in many games. Taking the recent loss to the Hawks as an example, young Hawks center Okongwu scored 22 points and 21 rebounds, highlighting the Suns' poor frontline performance. On January 16th, Beijing time, the Suns successfully completed a highly anticipated trade. According to Shams, sources revealed that the Hornets sent Richards and a second-round pick to the Suns, in exchange for Okeke and three second-round picks from the Suns. The sources also pointed out that the Suns provided their own 2031 second-round pick, plus two second-round picks from the Nuggets in 2026 and 2031, in return for a 2025 second-round pick. Richards, standing at 2.13 meters tall and weighing 111 kilograms, plays as a center for the team. This season, he played 21 games for the Hornets, averaging 20.9 minutes per game, scoring 8.9 points, grabbing 7.5 rebounds, assisting…

It's a pity that Li Yueyu's efficient performance was "overlooked," and the team had to stop at the round of 16 in the EuroCup Women! More than just the players' performance determines victory or defeat on the court; the arrangement of troops and tactics during the game and timely adjustments are also crucial. On January 16, in the second leg of the round of 16 playoffs for the 2024-2025 FIBA Women's European Club Cup, Galatasaray lost 56-87 away to Lyon ASVEL. In this match, Li Yueyu continued her efficient play, but unfortunately, she had few opportunities to show off, with good intentions to defeat the enemy, but alas, it was beyond her power. Looking back at the first leg at home, Galatasaray made a comeback to beat French Lyon ASVEL 77-72. In this match, as long as they didn't lose by more than 5 points, they could ensure qualification for the quarter-finals. Unexpectedly, they suffered a crushing defeat. In this game, Li Yueyu played for 22 minutes, shooting 3 out of 6, making 3 out of 4 free throws, scoring 9 points, grabbing 5 rebounds, 2 steals, and adding 1 block, which is quite efficient. However, her playing time was the least among the starters, and her number of shots was also at the bottom among the starters, which reflects to some extent her status in the team's tactical system and the team's strategy for using her. Although Li Yueyu has a certain dominance in the paint, the team's overall tactical arrangements and outside support were clearly insufficient, which prevented…