"If you were the head coach, would you open a back door for your own son?" In recent days, Zheng Zhi's choice has caught the attention of countless fans, with some even exclaiming, "How did Chinese football finally produce someone who understands things!" The incident began when national team assistant coach Zheng Zhi refused to give his son Zheng Zi Yi a "secret boost" during the selection process for the elite training camp for the U-07 age group. This action not only went viral among fans but also sparked a discussion within the entire Chinese football circle about "fairness" and "principles." Some argue, "What's wrong with helping your son? Throughout history, which sports star hasn't favored their children in some way?" However, others counter, "The national team has never been a place where one gets on the field based on family connections; this is the bottom line!" Amidst the differing opinions, Zheng Zhi firmly chose to stand on the side of professional ethics, winning the respect of fans with his actions. But, is this enough? In the context of the renewed Chinese football reforms, will Zheng Zhi's refusal to open a back door really make things better? Mentioning Zheng Zhi's name, it is likely that every Chinese person who loves ball sports is familiar with him. This individual, who can be described as a "living specimen" of Chinese football, has had a career spanning several important periods, from emerging from his hometown team Shandong Luneng, to becoming famous in the English Premier League with Charlton, and later joining Guangzhou Evergrande,…

Translation of the article content into English: On January 4, 1981, the biggest task for the national football team was the final match of the fourth group in the Asian and Oceanian qualifying round for the 12th World Cup, followed by performing well in the final round after advancing. At the same time, focusing on this central task, the national team conducted a series of warm-up matches. Therefore, the gathering of national players in 1981 was also centered around these events. On January 4, the national team played against the North Korean team in the first round final of the 12th World Cup Asian and Oceanian qualifying round. The assembled players were the same as at the end of 1980, so there is no need to repeat them here. On February 12, the national team reassembled in Guangzhou. Leader Yang Xiuzu, coaches Zhang Honggen and Hu Zhigang led the first batch of players Chen Jin'gang, Zuo Shusheng, Xu Yonglai, Shen Xiangfu, and met with head coach Su Yongshun and five national players from the Guangdong team. Other old national players and newly selected players such as Shanghai team center forward Lu Miaosheng, Liaoning team center forward Guan Zhengbin, and Tianjin team central defender Wang Guangtai arrived later. In May, they visited the United States and participated in the Kirin Cup in Japan. On May 13, the national team was invited by Stony Creek Football Club in Pennsylvania, USA, and flew to the United States from Beijing for a friendly match. After the visit to the United States, they went to…

Translation: The Chinese men's football team has started a new training session under the leadership of head coach Ivan Kozlovic. On the first day of training, what situations have occurred within the team? Situation One: The First Departure Ivan selected a total of 32 players for the new training list, but only 31 players actually participated in the training as Fernandinho did not report for duty. Regarding his departure, Ivan stated it was due to personal issues, while authoritative media outlet "Beijing Youth Daily Sports" reported that he was absent due to injury. On the first day of national team training, Fernandinho posted on social media with content showing outdoor running photos. In the photos, it can be seen that the little motorbike's running speed is 6 minutes per kilometer, a pace that amateur runners should be able to complete. Therefore, judging by this pace, he seems to be truly injured. Fernandinho's contract with Shandong Taishan has expired, and currently, no CSL team has signed him. If he really misses the new season of the CSL, the little motorbike's national team career may also temporarily come to an end. Situation Two: The Captain Emerges The national team training usually selects two captains, the first captain, and the second captain. On the first day of national team training, Wang Dalei accepted media interviews as captain. He expressed that new players might be somewhat restrained, hoping that older players would help the young ones more. This indicates that he is the first captain of the new national team. Wu Lei missed this…

Winter Training Begins: Two Newcomers to the National Football Team Become Ivan's Key Promotion Targets, One Capable of Replacing Fernandinho The winter training for the national football team is in full swing, with two newcomers, Wu Shaocong and Hou Yongyong, becoming the focus of attention. One is a promising new star on the defensive line, and the other is a hope for naturalization on the front line. Coach Ivan Kozlovic's intentions are clear: to use young talent to leverage a new future for the national team. However, this selection also makes people wonder if the "youth storm" of the national team can truly take on the responsibility of impacting the World Cup? On January 10, 2025, the national team's winter training kicked off in Haikou, with the entire team embarking on a new round of preparation under the leadership of head coach Ivan Kozlovic. The biggest highlight of this winter training is undoubtedly the appearance of two newcomers, Wu Shaocong and Hou Yongyong. Their arrival not only brought fresh blood to the training ground but also filled the fans with expectations for the future lineup of the national team. Wu Shaocong, 24 years old and 1.92 meters tall, has experience playing in the Polish league and is about to join Beijing Guoan after returning to China. As a left-footed central defender, his physical conditions and technical characteristics make him a key target for Ivan's observation. In the national team's lineup, left-footed players are rare, and Wu Shaocong's emergence may be able to make up for this shortcoming. Judging from his…

The national football team's policy of naturalizing players has been likened to "heaven or hell." Fernandinho is absent from the new training session due to "personal reasons" and "contract disputes," while another naturalized player, Hou Yongyong, has made his first appearance in the national team with confidence, ready for the upcoming matches. This stark contrast is like two sides of a coin, one revealing issues with the naturalization policy, while the other seems to open up new possibilities for the national team. On one side, there is endless glory, and on the other, unresolved problems. It's hard not to ask: Do naturalized players really help the national team, or do they hold it back? First, let's talk about Fernandinho. It must be admitted that when he was naturalized, great hopes were pinned on him. He is not lacking in talent and has abundant physical fitness, making him a sharp weapon in the offensive end. However, since completing his naturalization and joining the national team, his performance has been lackluster. It is reported that this time he could not participate in the new training session not simply because of physical reasons but due to contract disputes with domestic clubs. He is still on vacation in Brazil, unable to return for the time being. At first glance, this seems like a personal choice, but looking at it from another angle, isn't this also a legacy of the management problems of naturalized players? The naturalization policy is ostensibly intended to make up for the shortcomings in the strength of domestic players, but after…

With the gentle caress of spring breeze, at 11 pm on March 20th, a highly anticipated football feast is set to take place on CCTV5 Sports Channel. The Chinese men's football team will face off against their strong opponents in the World Cup qualifiers - the Saudi Arabian men's football team - during this prime time slot. The Saudi Arabian team, once a traditional powerhouse in Asian football, known for its exquisite skills and tenacious fighting spirit, has stood out in the Asian football scene. However, this year's Saudi team seems to have met with a Waterloo. In recent warm-up matches, they almost lost to Yemen, ranked thirteenth in Asia, a result that undoubtedly shocked many fans. Consequently, the Saudi team's strength has been questioned, slipping to eighth in Asia. This presents a golden opportunity for the Chinese men's football team, who are aiming to make it to the World Cup! Meanwhile, the Chinese men's football team has also made significant progress this year. Under the meticulous guidance of the coaching staff, the team has shown noticeable improvements in both technical and tactical aspects, as well as physical fitness. They have successively defeated Indonesia and Bahrain, with a chance to break into the top four, or even the top two. Especially the addition of naturalized player Hou Yongyong has injected new vitality and combat power into the Chinese team. With his outstanding skills, keen sense, and strong desire to win, Hou Yongyong has become a formidable weapon in the team's offensive lineup. His debut will be one of the highlights…

The overseas journey of the Chinese national football team has ended in failure, with only one remaining player abroad also deciding to return to China for higher pay and is expected to be heavily utilized by the national team under Ivan's management. Beijing Guoan officially announced that they have signed Wu Shaocong from the Turkish team Istanbul. Wu Shaocong is currently the only player on the national team who has gone abroad, but his overseas experience has been quite bumpy. After not getting opportunities due to injuries at Istanbul, he joined the Polish league team Radomiak. However, upon arriving in Poland, Wu Shaocong suffered a thigh strain during his first training session and did not play in the first stage of the Polish Super League. Due to the lack of playing opportunities, Wu Shaocong decided to return to China, and with Guoan offering high wages, returning to the Chinese Super League was a natural choice. Guoan will also pay a transfer fee to the Turkish team Istanbul. Guoan is actively selling players, including some young players within the team to balance these costs. It has been confirmed that three players, Ruan Qilong, Ma Yujun, and He Xiaoqiang, will transfer to join the China League One team Chongqing Tongliang Long. Besides this, it is expected that Guoan will not make any big moves in terms of domestic signings. Currently, going abroad to play football also requires different considerations. Domestic fans always hope that our players will go to the top leagues when they go abroad, but the problem is that their…

Wei Shihao, a member of the Chinese national football team, recently gave an interview to the media, stating that the current atmosphere for the team's preparations is very good, which has sparked heated discussions among fans. The Chinese national football team is currently under the leadership of head coach Ivankovic, preparing for the World Cup qualifiers starting in March. Ivankovic originally did not plan to conduct winter training with the national team, but due to the main competitors for qualification such as Bahrain, Saudi Arabia, and Indonesia all engaging in warm-up matches, the Chinese team needed to keep up or risk falling behind. After comprehensive consideration, Coach Ivankovic decided to start winter training in the new year. For this purpose, Ivankovic called up 32 national team players, but Fernandinho was unable to attend due to personal reasons. As a result, the actual number of players present for this training session is 31. Despite Fernandinho's absence, the team's preparations have not been affected. On the contrary, Wei Shihao brought good news to the fans during his media interview, stating that the team's preparation atmosphere is excellent and everyone is full of energy. The reason for the positive atmosphere is Ivankovic's promotion of newcomers into the national team. Many players only realized their dream of joining the national team after Ivankovic took over. Therefore, they all cherish this hard-won opportunity and are fully committed in training and matches. Additionally, Wei Shihao expressed confidence that he and his teammates can secure direct qualification for China. As we all know, the national team performed…

On March 20, 2025, the World Cup qualifiers will witness a highly anticipated match. The Chinese men's football team will face off against the strong West Asian powerhouse - Saudi Arabia. This game is not only a contest of football skills but also an excellent opportunity for revenge. CCTV5 will broadcast this crucial battle live, bringing a visual feast to fans. For this confrontation, the Chinese men's football team is in high spirits and well-prepared. Facing the declining Saudi team, under the leadership of Ivan, the Chinese team has the potential to deliver a crushing blow. Another highlight of the match is the naturalized players of the Chinese men's football team. It is reported that the Chinese team plans to complete the naturalization of five foreign players within the next month, including Serginho and Little Oscar. The naturalization process of these two players has made substantial progress, and they are expected to officially wear the national team jersey before the match. Their addition will undoubtedly inject new vitality into the national team and enhance the overall strength of the team. At the same time, this match holds special significance for Wu Lei, the forward of the national team. It will be his 100th appearance for the national team, having scored 36 goals in his previous 99 matches, making him one of the most representative strikers in the history of the national team. In this milestone match, Wu Lei will once again don the national team jersey and contribute his efforts to help the team secure victory. In summary, the World…

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,…