Oscar: Compared to going out to play, Chinese players prefer drinking alcohol. I think they drink too much. I think they like drinking. It's like dining, just toasting, and they drink quite a lot. Did Oscar spend his 8 years in Shanghai Harbor in vain? The essence of the harbor dinner is toasting! Is that called a post-game summary? China's drinking culture is indeed deeply rooted. Now that you're back, there's no need to hide anything anymore? Since you're already home, there's no need to hold back on some things, just say what needs to be said. The sea cucumber can't play football, but he must be number one in drinking. Look at Cai Huikang's belly, it looks like he can drink a lot. Wu Lei and Zhang Linpeng are both Hui, so they can't drink either. If you have brains, you'll definitely say the good side, not saying anything bad about former players, this question is equal to asking in vain. Oscar has returned, no longer serving the harbor bowl, honestly revealing the insider story of drinking. Come on, Oscar, let's have a drink, thank you... Indeed, China's drinking culture is like this. Just thinking about the upcoming New Year, taking a 7-day holiday and getting drunk for a week is coming again! It's exciting to think about! Mao Jianqing, is it polite for you to say that? Drinking until your bones and tendons are numb, how can you still have the strength to play football? Should Chinese players be more reasonable if they like to go to nightclubs…

The two World Cup qualifiers in 2025 are crucial matches against strong opponents Saudi Arabia and Australia, which can be described as life-and-death battles. If the Chinese national football team fails to win these two games, they may have to give up their chance to qualify. However, if everything goes smoothly, there might be a new face in the lineup of the national team in 2025, who is urgently needed and provides targeted reinforcement. On December 5, 2024, photos shared on social media showed that the player had arrived in China. He had previously submitted materials to apply for a change of nationality. Whether he can replace the national team in the game will depend on whether he meets the tactical needs of the national team coaching staff. Many people are wondering if the Chinese team with him would perform better? In 2025, Chen Xuyuan is serving a life sentence, and Li Tie has been sentenced to 20 years in prison. Fans know that the losses caused by these two individuals to Chinese football are immeasurable in monetary terms, and the impact on the morale and confidence of Chinese football is unknown how many people will have to pay for it in time and effort. 2025 marks the 31st year of professionalization in Chinese football, entering its fourth decade. The anti-corruption bell has sounded, and Chinese football, after "scraping the bones to treat the wound," is still betting big on the World Cup. From the current situation, the Football Association believes that the Chinese team is still very capable of…

After leaving Shanghai Port, Oscar has returned to Sao Paulo. In an interview with Sun Lei, Oscar revealed that Chinese players "like drinking" and "drink too much." During the program, Oscar said, "I think Chinese players prefer drinking over going out for fun. I feel like they drink too much. I don't think they like nightclubs; I believe they enjoy drinking. It's like a banquet, just toasting, and they drink quite a lot. However, in Europe or Brazil, people drink but go out to do so; they enjoy nightclubs. There is still a bit of a difference. Countries like China, South Korea, and Japan all enjoy drinking. It's like socializing." Oscar also disclosed, "I think some of our team members are very professional, like Wang Shenchao, Wu Lei, Yan Junling, Zhang Linpeng. Perhaps because they are veterans, they are very professional, and they are all veterans. Lü Wenjun, we have some extremely professional individuals here who always take the initiative to train and maintain a high level of training standards." Drinking has indeed been a persistent issue among Chinese players. In April 2019, Shanghai Shenxin publicly punished Guo Hongtao and Li Weijie for "illegally going out to drink and staying out overnight." As early as 2006, Mao Jianqing was demoted to the second team by Shenhua due to alcoholism, and he smashed Wu Jinguo's BMW. Zhang Xiuwei was legally detained for three months with a three-month probation in 2017 after driving under the influence and hitting six cars. Zhang Lu was sentenced to four months of detention in 2019 for…

The two World Cup qualifiers in 2025 are crucial matches against strong opponents Saudi Arabia and Australia, which can be described as life-and-death battles. If the Chinese national football team fails to win these two games, they may have to give up their chance to qualify. However, if everything goes smoothly, there might be a new face in the lineup of the national team in 2025, who is urgently needed and provides targeted reinforcement. On December 5, 2024, photos shared on social media showed that the player had arrived in China. He had previously submitted materials to apply for a change of nationality. Whether he can replace the national team in the game will depend on whether he meets the tactical needs of the national team coaching staff. Many people are wondering if the Chinese team could perform better with him. In 2025, Chen Xuyuan is serving a life sentence, and Li Tie has been sentenced to 20 years in prison. Fans know that the losses caused by these two individuals to Chinese football are immeasurable in monetary terms, and the impact on the morale and confidence of Chinese football is unknown how many people will have to pay for it in time and effort. 2025 marks the 31st year of professionalization in Chinese football, entering its fourth decade. The anti-corruption bell has sounded, and Chinese football, after "scraping the bones to treat the wound," is still betting big on the World Cup. From the current situation, the Football Association believes that the Chinese team is still very capable of…

In the fiercely competitive stage of the Chinese Super League (CSL), the rise of Yunnan Yukun Football Club has been astonishing. It's like an unexpected dark horse that has leapt into the spotlight, capturing the attention of fans. Indeed, this team that has just ascended to the CSL has become a potential stock for the future through a series of jaw-dropping transfer operations, especially after acquiring four powerful foreign players, significantly enhancing the team's overall strength. Like an invisible battle among the elite clubs, Yunnan Yukun is set to play a significant role in this competition. However, the team's rise was not achieved overnight. On the CSL stage, the once-glorious Guangzhou Evergrande shone like a superstar, while Yunnan Yukun, though relatively unknown, has made huge waves in the CSL competition through years of accumulation and substantial investment in the transfer market. Some say Yunnan Yukun is akin to the current Guangzhou Evergrande? This comparison is not without merit, as the team's lineup is now on par with any established giant. Let's discuss how this team has made a triple jump from lower leagues to the CSL in just a few years, breaking the monopoly of traditional strong teams through precise transfer operations. Yunnan Yukun's recent spending spree has indeed caught everyone's attention. They didn't just select players at random; they meticulously chose four powerhouse foreign players like Oscar, Zui, Mushegu, and Joni, names that immediately catch the eye. The addition of these new players has significantly increased Yunnan Yukun's competitiveness in the CSL, even making some traditional giants feel the…

The year 2024 has become a thing of the past, and as the new year bell of 2025 rings, the time for the resumption of the final four rounds of the top 18 qualifiers is drawing near. The highlight of Chinese football in 2025 will still be the World Cup qualifiers in the Asian region, with the Chinese men's national team making another push for qualification in the final stages. The national team's first appearance in 2025 will be an away challenge against Saudi Arabia, scheduled for 1 AM Beijing time on March 21, 2025. If the national team can create a miracle by defeating Saudi Arabia, the possibility of direct qualification will greatly increase. Saudi Arabia is a traditional powerhouse in Asian football, currently ranked 59th in the world and 8th in Asia. However, the entire year of 2024 was a disaster for the Saudi team. They were eliminated in the round of 16 at the Asian Cup at the beginning of the year, which was their worst performance in the competition. Then, in the group stage of the World Cup qualifiers in the Asian region, Saudi Arabia suffered a surprising home defeat to Jordan in the last round, resulting in the loss of the top spot in the group to Jordan. Consequently, they could only participate in the draw for the top 18 as a third-tier team and were ultimately placed in the "group of death," Group C. Mancini, the famous coach who led Italy to win the European Championship, arrived in Saudi Arabia after the Qatar World…

As the calendar turns to a new year in 2025, it seems as though the sky of Chinese football has been illuminated overnight. A photo of an air ticket quietly went viral on social media, featuring Brazilian player Serginho, who formally announced his return from the distant Sao Paulo to once again set foot on this land full of hope. This news is like a spring breeze sweeping over the calm lake, stirring the hearts of fans. Serginho's journey was not without its challenges. He had to transit through Doha, Qatar, and after a long flight, he arrived in Beijing at dusk on January 3rd. Despite the fatigue of the journey, his heart was filled with excitement and longing. He knew that this return not only meant that he would once again don the Beijing Guoan jersey but also that he might have the precious opportunity to represent the Chinese national team in the World Cup qualifiers. Such an honor is something that any player who has left their homeland and sweated in foreign lands dreams of. Mentioning Serginho brings fans' memories back to his glorious years with Changchun Yatai. As the team's midfield commander, he injected powerful momentum into Changchun Yatai's offense with precise passing, sharp breakthroughs, and calm shooting. Last season, he made 25 appearances, contributing 8 assists and 8 goals, which is enough to prove his extraordinary strength. When the news of Serginho's return spread, fans were overjoyed and eagerly anticipated his return to bring victory to the team. The Chinese football world is undergoing a profound…

Recently, Shanghai Port's new foreign aid has finally come into focus, which has made fans anxiously waiting! Indeed, the Port finally released the news of the new signing during the winter transfer window, with several key foreign players and fresh faces about to join the team, which is undoubtedly an exciting signal for the rebuilding Port. Everyone knows that with the tightening salary cap policy and increased operating pressure on the club, the Port's recruitment budget is not so generous. Looking at those big moves before, the Port's recruitment style has completely changed. Today, let's talk about how the Port finds a way out in these challenges. Speaking of the Port's recruitment strategy, everyone should have a general idea: no longer big-money football, but pursuing higher cost-effective players. Last year, the Port won the double crown, and this time they naturally can't disappoint the fans, but they can't spend money as freely as in previous years. Affected by the salary cap policy, the Port's budget must be limited, and they can't recruit high-profile players with salaries of millions of euros. This year's strategy is: precise recruitment, aiming to achieve great things with less money. The Port's transfer targets have also changed significantly. From the previous luxurious foreign aid lineup to the current cost-effective route, the club has obviously made adjustments. For example, the Port previously tried to sign Brazilian midfielder Matheus Savio from Kashiwa Reysol, but when Urawa Reds made a move, they hijacked the deal, which was somewhat regrettable. Then, the Port set their sights on Brazilian midfielder Yan…

On December 31st, Beijing time, the NBA regular season continued. In today's Western Conference matchup, the Nuggets defeated the Jazz 132-121 on the road, securing their second consecutive victory and improving their record to 18 wins and 13 losses! The Nuggets' victory today was directly related to the outstanding performances of their star player Jokic and new addition Westbrook for the season. Both players achieved a triple-double in the same game, creating the 16th feat in NBA history where teammates achieve triple-doubles together. Jokic had an excellent performance, playing 38 minutes and 18 seconds, shooting 14 of 34, making 3 of 9 three-pointers, and 5 of 6 free throws, scoring a massive triple-double with 36 points, 23 rebounds, and 11 assists, along with 3 steals and a plus-minus of +20. This is Jokic's 143rd career triple-double, ranking third in NBA history; his 13th triple-double this season, ranking first in the league! It is also the fifth time in Jokic's career that he has scored at least 30 points, 20 rebounds, and 10 assists, surpassing Elgin Baylor to become the third in NBA history, behind only Chamberlain (16 times) and Oscar Robertson (7 times). Westbrook continued to start today, playing a total of 32 minutes, shooting 7 of 7, making both free throws, scoring 16 points, 10 rebounds (3 offensive), 10 assists, 4 steals, and no turnovers, with a plus-minus of +21! This is Westbrook's 201st career triple-double, continuing to rank first in NBA history. It is also his second triple-double this season, with his last triple-double being the 200th of…

In Chinese football, especially in the foreign aid market of the Chinese Super League (CSL), recent years have witnessed a significant transformation. If the foreign players in the CSL were once superstars with a dazzling aura, they are now increasingly resembling thrifty experts who not only seek excellent ball skills but also control budgets—much like those who excel at finding the most cost-effective products and reducing the "intelligence tax." Oscar and Balagas, two former foreign players who enjoyed immense success with Shanghai Port (formerly known as Shanghai SIPG), announced their departure from the CSL. This decision reflects not only the tragedy of the club but also serves as a mirror to the entire foreign aid market of the CSL, revealing the inevitable choices that clubs must make under current economic conditions. These two players are not ordinary; they are among the giants of the sport. Oscar, once a Brazilian national team member, and Balagas, a former tough midfielder from South America, their departure sends a message: even the wealthy clubs in the CSL must face budget constraints. It's no longer sustainable to rely solely on big-name foreign players; ultimately, they too must exercise financial prudence. The ideal foreign player for CSL clubs now has an annual salary ranging from 100,000to100,000 to 100,000to150,000. What does this mean? Simply put, these players can significantly enhance the team's strength without imposing a heavy financial burden—like finding a product with high cost-effectiveness that offers both quality and affordability without depleting your monthly salary. Why have these salary-range players become so desirable? The reason is…