The story of Gao Sheng and his son Gao Yuyang evokes mixed feelings. Gao Sheng, once a distinguished player who fought for Chinese football, ultimately watched as his son chose Japanese nationality, a decision filled with helplessness and practical considerations. During that era, Liaoning FC was the epitome of Chinese football, unleashing wave after wave of offensive surges under Gao Sheng's leadership. Their teamwork and coordination were so impeccable that opponents feared them. On the field, Gao Sheng always found the perfect position. His vision and passing skills were unparalleled in Chinese football at the time, creating opportunities for his teammates every time he had the ball. In national team matches, Gao Sheng became the core of the team. His arrival made the national team's offense smoother, and fans pinned their hopes on him. During the peak period of Chinese football, Gao Sheng's performance was nothing short of perfect. He not only had outstanding individual abilities but also boosted the morale of the entire team. However, Gao Sheng was not content with this. Knowing that progress required broadening his horizons, he chose to develop in Japan, a decision that altered the course of his life. In Japan, Gao Sheng not only learned advanced football concepts but also met his other half, gaining new beginnings in both life and career. Gao Yuyang could be said to have been born with a silver spoon. He received the most professional football training in Japan from a young age, giving him more advantages than his peers. At Kawasaki Frontale's youth training camp, Gao Yuyang…

Loyalty on Display! 29-Year-Old Brazilian Midfielder Joins Guoan: In the Process of Obtaining Chinese Citizenship, Aiming to Help National Team Reach World Cup The 29-year-old Serginho is set to join Beijing Guoan. In an interview, the Brazilian midfielder emphasized that he will quickly obtain a Chinese passport and do his utmost to help the national team qualify for the World Cup finals. Serginho played for Changchun Yatai last season, making 25 appearances, scoring 8 goals, providing 8 assists, and contributing to 16 goals in total, showcasing an impressive performance. However, his five-year tenure in Changchun is coming to an end. According to multiple domestic media reports, Serginho is about to transfer to Beijing Guoan. This week, Serginho concluded his vacation in Brazil and returned to China. Beijing Guoan sent people to greet him at the scene. At the airport, Serginho took photos with a Guoan scarf. Subsequently, Serginho underwent a physical examination arranged by Guoan. It is expected that Guoan will soon officially announce Serginho's signing. Chinese fans are more concerned about Serginho's naturalization progress. Currently, Serginho has met the conditions for naturalization, and he is very eager to play for the national team. In an interview, Serginho stressed, "I am eager to quickly obtain a Chinese passport and help the Chinese team make a bid for the World Cup." Once Serginho completes the naturalization process, Ivan is likely to include him in the subsequent national team training camp. In March, the national team will face two crucial matches in the top 18 qualifiers, against Saudi Arabia and Australia. If…

The national football team recently announced its latest training squad list, and among the most interesting and exciting aspects of this list is the players' ages. In this training session, the average age of the 32-member squad is around 26.6 years old, with 11 players born after 2000 selected. This age is considered quite good in the world of football, especially when compared to the older image of the national team in the past. Such an age level is enough to make fans look forward to their future performances. For a long time, apart from the issue of poor skill levels, another problem that has been criticized about the national team is their age. The players on the national team are generally older, and even at the age of 30, which is considered an absolute veteran in modern football, it is not considered old within the national team lineup. Therefore, such a team gives people the feeling that besides the current poor state, there is also no hope for the future. When Yang Keqi was coaching, there were hopes from the outside that this coach could bring about rejuvenation to the national team. However, unfortunately, he was not able to achieve the goal of rejuvenating the national team. Last year during the Asian Cup, the average age of the national team reached 30 years old, making them the oldest team in the Asian Cup. The national team did not win any of their three matches in the Asian Cup, setting a record for their worst performance ever, and Yang Keqi…

The Bahrain team, ranked 81st in the world, faced off against the Oman team, ranked 80th in the world, in the final match of the Gulf Cup. The two teams have similar world rankings, indicating that their strengths should be comparable. For the Bahrain team, Chinese fans will certainly not be unfamiliar, as they were defeated by the national football team in the World Cup qualifiers' top 18 matches. However, it was unexpected that the Bahrain team has now advanced to the Gulf Cup final, eliminating Kuwait in the semi-finals. Meanwhile, the Oman team eliminated Saudi Arabia, a tough opponent for the national football team in the World Cup qualifiers' top 18 matches, also in the semi-finals, demonstrating the Oman team's considerable strength. In the last two encounters between the two teams, Oman had the upper hand, having defeated Bahrain in both matches. Therefore, more than half of the fans were confident that Oman would defeat Bahrain before the game. This match was not only a championship battle for Bahrain but also a revenge match. In the 17th minute of the first half, Buseyidi delivered a precise pass, and Mushaifri scored the opening goal to give Oman the lead. In the 79th minute, Mahong scored from the penalty spot to level the score for Bahrain. Two minutes later, Musalami's own goal helped Bahrain take the lead. In the end, Bahrain made a comeback against Oman and bravely won the Gulf Cup championship.

At 1 a.m. on January 5th, Beijing time, the final of the 26th Arab Gulf Cup ended with Bahrain making a thrilling comeback against Oman, winning 2-1 and securing the championship. In just two minutes, they scored twice, turning the tide of the game from a desperate situation to a triumphant one. Witnessing Bahrain's fiery form, the Chinese national football team should be grateful for their narrow 1-0 victory over this formidable opponent in the away match of the top 18 qualifiers. Historically, both teams have won the championship once, with Oman claiming it in 2009 and Bahrain in 2019. They have faced each other numerous times in the Gulf Cup, with seven encounters since 2007, during which Oman maintained an undefeated record against Bahrain with four wins and three draws. In this tournament, both teams advanced to the semi-finals as group leaders. In the semi-finals, Oman defeated Saudi Arabia 2-1, while Bahrain eliminated Kuwait 1-0, setting up a final showdown. Regardless of who emerged victorious, the number of cup victories would surpass the other. The last time these two teams met was in the semi-finals of the previous Gulf Cup, where Oman triumphed 1-0 over Bahrain. Two years later, Oman still held an advantage over Bahrain. In the first half, both sides engaged in fierce competition, but Oman played more steadily. In the 17th minute, Buseyidi provided an assist, and Mushaifri scored with a header, giving Oman a 1-0 lead that held until halftime. Returning to the field in the second half, Bahrain intensified their offensive efforts. In the…

The national team has undergone a significant overhaul this time, kicking out a group of veterans, even discarding players like Wu Lei who have experience in La Liga. It seems they are genuinely willing to provide opportunities for the younger generation, but whether these young players can withstand the pressure remains uncertain. The average age of the national team has dropped dramatically from over 35 to 26.7 years old, a sudden change that suggests Ivanković is aiming to completely refresh the national team. Despite Shanghai Port winning the double championship, only Yan Junling and Wei Zhen were selected, while Wu Lei and Jiang Guangtai, who previously made excuses not to participate, did not even make it onto the list this time. Beijing Guoan and Shanghai Shenhua have become major contributors, each contributing seven players, with Shandong Taishan also having six players selected. Guoan has basically monopolized the midfield positions, with Hou Yongyong performing well in Norway and successfully making the cut this time, appearing quite proud in his WeChat moments. It's no surprise that Cao Yongjing, a young player with solid skills, has been continuously selected. However, Yang Liyu's return is somewhat unexpected, as he hasn't been part of the national team for three years, suggesting he must have something special. Serginho's situation has progressed smoothly, arriving in Beijing on January 3rd. Although Guoan has yet to officially announce it, he was already photographed at the airport wearing a Guoan scarf, which basically confirms the deal. It's rumored that the naturalization process is going well, and if completed by the…

Not an official announcement! Not a prediction! More accurate than betting companies' analysis of the national football team's starting lineup is right here! Wang, a 30-year-old veteran fan, uses his years of experience watching games to take you through an in-depth analysis of the new national football team training list and interpret Ivan Leko's two secret weapons! Excited yet? I've been watching national football matches for over twenty years, from wearing open-crotch pants to getting married and having children. I haven't missed a single game. Now that the new training list is out, my heart itches, and I can't help but want to chat with everyone. Let's start with this "blood transfusion." The absence of veterans like Liu Dianzuo, Jiang Guangtai, and Wu Lei must have caught everyone's attention. Liu Dianzuo, as a goalkeeper, faces fierce competition, so it's reasonable for him to be left out. Wu Lei has been plagued by injuries, and I heard this time he was seriously injured; he probably needs to rest for a while. As for Jiang Guangtai, the official reason given was injury, but we're not sure about the specifics. However, without this key player, the defensive line will definitely need readjustment. Of course, many newcomers have also emerged. Jiantao, Han Pengfei, Wu Shaocong... These young players, I hadn't paid much attention to them before. But since they've made it into the national team, they must have some skills. I hope they can seize the opportunity, perform well, and inject fresh blood into the national team. With this list out, the competition at…

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 the evening of January 3rd, the Chinese Football Association announced a new list of players for the national team training camp. To our delight, we saw the name of Buyu Lang Mijiti, a promising newcomer from the TaiShan Club, on this list. The young and famous Buyu Lang Mijiti fulfilled his childhood dream of becoming a national player before his 21st birthday. Among the 2004 age group of trainees at Luneng Football School, there are two "treasures": one is the forward killer He Xiaoke, and the other is the No. 9 half-player Buyu Lang. Both players have received much acclaim from insiders in the football circle. He Xiaoke, who has high self-expectations, went abroad a few years ago in hopes of growing faster, but due to various reasons, his performance did not meet expectations. In contrast, Buyu Lang, who stayed with the TaiShan team, had a smoother path. At the age of 18, he already represented Shandong TaiShan in the Super League. At the end of 2022, he contributed his first assist in the Super League during a match against Guangzhou Club, which was highly appreciated by Moises, the core midfielder of TaiShan at that time. Just as everyone thought Buyu Lang would quickly secure a starting position in TaiShan like Zhou Haibin and Cui Peng before him, the objective environment of TaiShan Club underwent significant changes. Choi Kang-hee, a South Korean, became the head coach of TaiShan, and he preferred to rely on his trusted players and veterans. Choi Kang-hee lacked patience in cultivating young players, causing many…

In this winter, Chinese football has welcomed a warm spring breeze! On the afternoon of January 3rd, Beijing time, the 29-year-old Brazilian midfielder Serginho, with his infinite love and aspirations for football, officially set foot on the land of Beijing. His arrival not only injected fresh blood into the Beijing Guoan club but also gave countless national football fans new hope for the impact of the 2026 USA-Mexico-Canada World Cup. Today, let us unveil the mysterious veil of this potential new core of the national team together! I. Smiling and holding a scarf, Serginho's affability is full marks Despite the fatigue from the long journey, Serginho arrived at Beijing Airport with an uncontainable joy and anticipation on his face. In front of the camera, he not only generously raised the scarf of his new club, Beijing Guoan, but also used his signature warm smile to instantly ignite the enthusiasm of the fans on the scene. He fulfilled the fans' requests for autographs and photos one by one, without any airs, and this approachability made people feel very cordial. Serginho's arrival undoubtedly brought a positive energy to Beijing Guoan and even the entire Chinese football circle. Speaking of Serginho's football career, it is a journey filled with glory and brilliance. Born in the Santos youth training of Brazil, he once shone brightly in the Kashima Antlers team, won the 2018 AFC Champions League as the core of the team, showing excellent midfield organization ability and outstanding goal efficiency. In 2020, he moved to the CSL to join Changchun Yatai, contributing 30…