On January 11th, the Chinese national football team began training at the Mission Hills base in Haikou, Hainan. A total of 32 players were called up for this training session, with 31 actually attending. The naturalized player Elkeson has not yet found a new club in the Chinese Super League and is currently on vacation in Brazil, so he requested leave and did not participate in this training. As for Wu Lei and Jiang Guangtai, they will also miss this training due to injuries. Among the players in this training session, two stand out the most. Hou Yongyong, 27 years old, is a naturalized player. In the 2024 season, he played for Lillestrøm in the Norwegian First Division, starting all 29 matches, scoring an impressive 19 goals and contributing 8 assists. His outstanding performance earned him the titles of top scorer and best player of the 2024 season in the Norwegian First Division, which is quite remarkable! Hou Yongyong's performance in the Norwegian First Division has been truly impressive, with a high goal-scoring rate. Every time he steps onto the field, he fills people with anticipation and often brings victory to the team in critical moments. His goals not only bring glory to himself but also contribute significantly to the team's achievements, which is truly admirable! Hou Yongyong's exceptional performance in the Norwegian First Division has caught the attention of Ivan and the Norwegian Premier League teams. On January 5th, the Norwegian Premier League powerhouse Rosenborg made their first offer to Lillestrøm, expressing their desire to sign Hou Yongyong. However,…

Once upon a time, we sat in front of our televisions, fervently wishing for Chinese football to break out of Asia and onto the world stage. Those moments of fiery passion and those times of regretful tears are deeply etched in the hearts of every Chinese football fan. Now, a report from South Korean media has reignited the flames in our hearts: With the addition of Hou Yongyong, Serginho, Little Oscar, and Wu Shaocong, these four rising stars, the Chinese team is expected to secure second place in Group C and advance to the World Cup in the United States, Canada, and Mexico! This is not just a piece of sports news; it's a symbol of national sentiment. We yearn so much to see the Five-starred Red Flag flying high on the international pitch and hear the stirring melody of "The March of the Volunteers." These four names seem like rays of dawn, illuminating the future path of Chinese football. However, behind the light lies shadow. Our league is still trapped in various issues. We must not remain stagnant or open up indiscriminately, allowing neutral names, submitting salaries to the China Professional Football League for management throughout the year, and disbursing bonuses at will... These seemingly complex items all point to a central question: How can our football league become vibrant? Consider the European giants; their success is no accident. It's underpinned by scientific management, a reasonable salary system, and a passionate fan culture. What about us? Players born after 2000 are already in their mid-twenties but are still called…

On January 10th, Beijing time, the second day of the Chinese men's football team's training in Haikou has arrived. The highly anticipated naturalized player John Hou Saetre also gave his first media interview during the training period. Hou Saetre, who was selected for the national team for the first time, expressed with emotion that he was very happy to return to his motherland, and he also stated that the level of the Chinese Super League is slightly higher than that of the Norwegian First Division (Norwegian second-tier league). Hou Saetre frankly admitted that although he was somewhat tired due to a long-haul flight of 30 hours, he was still very happy to be able to return to his motherland: "There are still some jet lags that haven't been adjusted, but I believe that after a few days of adjustment, I will be able to get these states to the best." Regarding his first selection for the national team, Hou Saetre frankly said that he would be somewhat restrained: "My Chinese is not yet fluent, but I am very happy to be able to come back and see these old friends, especially those former teammates from Guoan. It's almost 2 years since I last saw them. Yesterday, I did have a more in-depth chat with them." Regarding Ivan's focus on observing him and giving him more attacking responsibilities, Hou Saetre frankly said that there would be pressure but also more motivation: "I played in the number ten position in Norway, and everyone has seen me score some goals. For this reason,…

The announcement of the national football team's training roster has set off a storm among fans. Not only are there adjustments in names, but the rejuvenation of the lineup is like an unstoppable revolution, full of excitement and expectation. Ivanković's moves have surprised and inspired hope. Let's talk about the newcomers that catch everyone's eye. Fresh blood like Jian Tao, Han Pengfei, Wu Shaocong, and Wu Mitijiang are young and strong players who have just emerged and been selected by the head coach, injecting vitality into the team. Among them, the rise of post-00 players can be described as "ready to strike." Looking at the list with names like Jian Tao, Zhu Chenjie, Jiang Shenglong, and Hu Hetao, these young players are like tigers ready to pounce, eager to kick away all doubts. Especially the two post-00 players, Maiwulong and Wu Mitijiang, these two young brothers are representatives of youthful vigor, born in 2004, they are surely the future of the national team. This wave of young players joining has really filled the national team with endless possibilities. Not every veteran can easily "retire" - veterans like Liu Dianzuo, Jiang Guangtai, and Wu Lei, who were once important pillars of the national team, have not been selected this time. These three players were once the backbone of the national team, and their absence will undoubtedly make many fans feel regretful. Liu Dianzuo's saves, Jiang Guangtai's defense, and Wu Lei's attacking ability once became the team's reliance. However, with the passage of time, the head coach apparently feels it's time to…

"Is there hope for this national football team?" When the new list of the national football team's training camp was released, everyone couldn't help but ask this question. Reform is a "standard action" for every coach after taking office; but this time, the large-scale adjustment of the 32-man list plus the first selection of naturalized players has made the news about the national team heat up faster than the heating in winter. On one side, veterans are being abandoned, and newcomers occupy more than half of the territory; on the other side, young goalkeepers are emerging, and naturalized player Hou Yongyong's appearance as the biggest highlight. Is this reform a new hope that is about to burst forth, or is it a high-risk "gamble"? As an onlooker, we may not be able to come up with an answer immediately, but seeing through the intentions behind it is still crucial. Looking at this carefully selected list of 32 people, there is a particularly eye-catching number: an average age of 26.7 years old. Compared to previous lists exceeding 28 years old, this training team is indeed much younger. Among them, there are also 11 post-00s youngsters selected, which means that "renewal and replacement" is not just talk, but real action has been taken. Younger has always been a hot word in recent years of national football reform, but truly implementing it involves no less maneuvering than on the field. Veterans do have match experience, but young people's speed, physical fitness, and combat effectiveness are unmatched by veterans. Coach Ivanovic seems to understand…

Can youth rejuvenation save the national football team? The latest 32-man roster for the national football team has just been announced, sparking heated discussions among fans. This list breaks with the past tradition of "veterans in charge," with a full 10 veterans missing from the national team; on the other hand, it boldly employs 8 new faces who have never been selected for the national team before, causing many to exclaim, "The national team is getting serious this time." However, can such a gamble on youth really turn things around for the national team in the upcoming top 18 matches? Is it bold innovation or just leaving things to fate again? This roster reform, put bluntly, is the national team taking a gamble - betting that youth can bring vitality while having to face the risk of inexperience. The addition of 8 newly selected players gives this list a lot of "strangeness." It's clear to everyone that although these players lack experience in major international competitions, they are undoubtedly standouts in domestic leagues. Take Jian Tao as an example; this goalkeeper has been called a "penalty-saving expert" in the league over the past two seasons, striking fear into opposing forwards. Another example is Wu Shaocong, who at 22 years old relies on his agile footwork and tenacious tackling to become the most stable link in the defensive line. With their selection, people finally see a glimmer of hope: young players can also carry the flag and prove that they are not just "show-offs." What is most noteworthy, however, is the…

Where does the hope for Chinese football lie? Can naturalized players really save the fate of the national team? On January 3rd, when 26-year-old naturalized player Hou Yongyong was selected for the national team for the first time, these questions were once again brought to the fore. For many people, Hou Yongyong's selection may be a hot search news that they quickly skim through and then put aside. But if you carefully delve into his story, you will find that it is not only about the turning point of a player's destiny, but also a mirror reflecting the current state of Chinese football. Born in 1997, Hou Yongyong was destined to be different from ordinary people. Can you imagine a Chinese child growing up in the heart of European football, quietly becoming the "future star of Norway" under the blessing of talent and sweat? In Norway, Hou Yongyong has been widely acclaimed since his youth training days. He not only represented various Norwegian youth teams in competitions but also frequently grabbed headlines, being considered as the "all-round midfielder" of Norwegian football. But life always loves to flip the script. In 2019, after being recruited by the naturalization policy to China, Hou Yongyong joined Beijing Guoan, a powerhouse in the Chinese Super League (CSL). At that time, many people had high hopes for him, even thinking that he might become an absolute mainstay for the national team in the future. However, things did not go as expected, and his start was not smooth. Affected by injuries, adaptation periods, and other multiple…

The national football team has announced its latest training squad list, with a total of 32 players selected. In addition to the well-known veterans, there are 6 new faces in this training session. So what are their characteristics, and who is most likely to play in the next stage of the World Cup qualifiers. The six new players are almost spread across all lines: 1 Goalkeeper Jian Tao In fact, Jian Tao is not the first time he has been selected for the national team. This time, the national team recruited four goalkeepers, and the original national goalkeeper Liu Dianzuo was not selected. This time, Jian Tao replaced him. Currently, Wang Dalei and Yan Junling are definitely the first and second goalkeepers. Jian Tao will compete with Han Jiaqi for the third goalkeeper. In fact, Jian Tao and Han Jiaqi have similar characteristics, both being quick in response, but they are young and lack experience. It is possible for either of them to stay. 2 Defense Line Wu Shaocong From Radomiak in the Polish Super League in Europe, he can play as a central defender and full-back. However, Xiao Wu has not played an official match for a long time, and his injury situation is also unclear, so it is expected that it will be difficult for him to stay. Wu Mitijiang A Xinjiang player from Wuhan Sanzhen, currently 20 years old, 182cm tall, strong physique, excellent explosive power, can play as a right-back and center-back, and plays desperately. He once suffered a head injury while fighting for the ball…

On January 3rd, Beijing time, the official Chinese national football team announced the latest training squad list, with a total of 32 players selected. According to their respective clubs, Beijing Guoan has the most players with 7 selected, undoubtedly becoming the biggest winner. The selected players are Li Lei, Wang Ziming, Zhang Yuning, Cao Yongjing, Lin Liangming, Yang Liyu, and Han Jiaqi. Shandong Taishan and Shanghai Shenhua each have 6 players selected, following closely behind. They are Wang Dalei, Li Yuan, Gao Zhunyi, Huang Zhengyu, Mai Wulang, Xie Weneng, Fernandinho, Yang Zexiang, Xu Haoyang, Wang Haijian, Zhu Chenjie, and Jiang Shenglong. The Chinese Super League champions, Shanghai Shenhua, only have two players selected, Yan Junling and Wei Zhen. Chengdu Rongcheng has three players selected, Wei Shihao, Jian Tao, and Hu Hetao. The former Chinese Super League champions, Wuhan Three Towns, have two players selected, Tao Qianglong and Wu Mitijiang. It is worth noting that Wu Mitijiang, born in 2004, became the main central defender for Wuhan Three Towns at the start of the 2024 season. However, during an away match against Tianjin Jinmen Tiger in August, Wu Mitijiang suffered a severe head injury and was later diagnosed with a depressed skull fracture on the right parietal temporal bone, for which he underwent surgery. Wu Mitijiang had already participated in the U21 national team training last month and his recovery has been quite good. It is understood that Ivan Kozlovic has repeatedly observed Wu Mitijiang and is quite impressed with his performance. Other players selected for the latest national team training…

On January 3rd, Beijing time, the Chinese men's national football team announced its first training roster for the New Year. The highly anticipated Hou Yongyong has been selected, along with Yang Liyu, Wu Shaoc