With the arrival of the new year, the World Cup qualifiers are drawing closer. According to the schedule, China's next opponent will be Saudi Arabia, ranked 7th in Asia. In the first leg, the national team suffered a 1-2 defeat, a match that many fans considered a disgrace. After all, at that time, the national team had the advantage of playing at home and had an extra player for 70 minutes, but they still failed to secure a victory, not even a draw, which left Song Kai, who was overseeing the game on-site, feeling humiliated. Now, six months later, the two teams will meet again, but the situation has undergone a significant reversal. Currently, the national team is no longer seen as an easy target; instead, they have the same number of points as Saudi Arabia, putting them back on equal footing, with neither side able to afford a loss. Moreover, over the past six months, the national team has been actively recruiting players, taking advantage of the naturalization policy to quickly bolster their ranks with several formidable talents from the Chinese Super League. Currently, forwards Oscar and Hou Yongyong, as well as midfield powerhouse Serginho, are expected to make their debuts against Saudi Arabia. Adding to this lineup is the loyal defender Jiang Guangtai, allowing the national team to field a luxurious starting lineup featuring four naturalized players. This will pose a significant threat to Saudi Arabia and greatly increase the national team's chances of victory. In previous encounters, although the national team has lost more than it has…

In the World Cup qualifiers, China's national football team faced Japan once again, resulting in a 1:3 defeat. However, there were several aspects worth reflecting upon during this match. For the Chinese team, this game was not just an ordinary competition but an opportunity for profound introspection. Prior to the match, the Chinese team's situation was already grim, especially after suffering a 0:7 loss to Japan in the first round. Expectations and concerns intertwined among fans regarding this rematch. Despite failing to reverse the outcome, the Chinese team did show significant progress in this match, particularly in their offensive performance, which provided a glimmer of hope. The match began with the Chinese team not disappointing, especially when compared to the first round, as they noticeably increased their offensive tempo. In the first half, although Japan maintained the initiative, the Chinese team made several breakthroughs in attack, significantly increasing their number of shots on goal, including three accurate attempts, which contrasted starkly with their previous defeat. While Japan still held an advantage in terms of technique and experience, the Chinese team's defensive tenacity was evident. For the first 39 minutes, China hardly gave Japan many opportunities, firmly controlling their defense until Japan scored through a corner kick in the 39th minute, breaking the deadlock. This goal stemmed from China's oversight in man-marking, creating a defensive gap. In the second half, despite adjustments to the defense, Japan's attacks remained relentless. As the match progressed, Japan further extended their lead. Although China only managed to score one goal, it demonstrated a different level…

For Cristiano Ronaldo, since joining Al-Nassr with a sky-high annual salary, he has helped Saudi Arabia kick off the golden football era and also helped the country secure the hosting rights for the 2034 World Cup. It can be said that Saudi Arabia has achieved great success in the field of football due to Ronaldo. However, since joining the Saudi league, Ronaldo has remained elusive in winning championships. This season, Al-Nassr changed coaches mid-season, but the gap with the top team, Al-Hilal, has only widened. In the early hours of January 22nd, Beijing time, in the Saudi league, Al-Nassr played away against Al-Khaleej. During the match, Hamzah was sent off with a straight red card in the first half, Mane's shot created danger, and Al-Nassr had only one shot on target at halftime, ending 0-0 between Al-Nassr and Al-Khaleej. In the second half, Otavio assisted Ronaldo in breaking the deadlock with a shot, Ojami conceded a penalty, Futunis scored from the spot to equalize, B. Luo assisted Hanam in pushing the ball into the net to overtake the score, and Ronaldo scored again in stoppage time to complete a brace. Meanwhile, Al-Hilal played at home against Makkah United. In the match, Leonardo scored in six consecutive games in the first half, Malcom scored his second goal within four minutes, and in the second half, Malcom scored another goal, Goodwin scored with a free-kick to pull one back, and Hamdan came off the bench to contribute. Ultimately, Al-Hilal won 4-1 at home against Makkah United. Al-Khaleej 1-3 Al-Nassr Al-Nassr spent a…

On March 20th, the seventh round of the highly anticipated World Cup qualifiers officially kicked off, attracting the attention of football fans around the world. The sports channel CCTV5 will broadcast this match live, bringing viewers an exciting showdown. The highlight of this round is undoubtedly the match between the Chinese men's football team and the Saudi Arabian men's football team, and the location of this match has also changed. Originally, the home game for the Saudi Arabian men's football team was held at the King Abdullah Stadium, but due to the difficulty of winning in this stadium during the current World Cup qualifiers, the match venue has been changed to the advanced facilities and unique atmosphere of the King Saud University Stadium in Riyadh. In this much-watched match, the Chinese men's football team set out with a squad worth approximately 12 million euros, which may seem slightly inferior in terms of value compared to their opponents, but the players are in high spirits and determined to show their best in the away challenge. On the other hand, the Saudi Arabian men's football team boasts a luxurious squad worth 27 million euros, and they naturally hope to take advantage of the home field to secure this crucial victory. Although it seems that the Saudi Arabian men's football team has a certain advantage on paper, the Chinese men's football team is not without opportunities. In football, strength is closely related to multiple factors such as form, tactics, and fighting spirit. The Chinese men's football team has also staged many victories against…

The hearts of football fans once again rise and fall with the fate of the national team. Although the national team has spared no effort on the field, what excites the fans even more is that Saudi Arabia and Bahrain drew 0-0, and Japan and Australia also drew 1-1. This night, it seems that the hope of the national team qualifying has been quietly lit, even though they suffered three consecutive defeats before, the door to the World Cup has not completely closed. Speaking of the national team's this time to impact the World Cup, our goal is very clear, that is to enter the top four first, after all, the top two positions are fierce competition. Now look at the points table, the national team is only two points away from the third and fourth place, this gap, work hard can catch up. Japan and Australia drew, Saudi Arabia and Bahrain also shook hands in peace, this is simply a big gift sent to the national team. The fans are so happy that it's like the New Year. Back then, the national team could enter the top 18, also with the help of all the brothers and sisters in Asia. Take Singapore's goalkeeper Sunny as an example, he played bravely in that game, directly making Thailand lose their temper, and we were able to advance. Now in the top 18, the fans found that this good luck is still continuing. Saudi Arabia and Bahrain, these two teams, did not win or lose, which is simply good news to cheer…

On March 20th, during the season of spring's vibrant atmosphere, the eyes of global football fans will be fixed on a heavyweight confrontation - the seventh round of the World Cup qualifiers' pivotal battle. The Chinese team is set to engage in a direct dialogue with Saudi Arabia. This match is not only about the honor and ranking of both teams but also marks a historic moment for Chinese football, as it seeks to break a decade-long curse of not being able to defeat Saudi Arabia. CCTV5, the sports channel, will broadcast this highly anticipated match live, providing hundreds of millions of domestic viewers with an immersive viewing experience. Since the last victory over Saudi Arabia in the 2015 Asian Cup, time seems to have frozen at that distant moment of triumph. In the ensuing ten years, whether in friendly matches or more crucial qualifying rounds, the Chinese team has been unable to overcome this formidable obstacle. This is not just a cold record of numbers but a deep scar etched into the hearts of Chinese football after countless attempts and failures. Now, facing another opportunity to clash, the entire team is determined to break this curse and bring long-awaited joy of victory to the fans. Saudi Arabia, as a traditional powerhouse in Asian football, relies on its solid defense and sharp counterattacks as its foundation. Playing at home, they will undoubtedly go all out, using their home advantage to exert immense pressure on the Chinese team. However, the Chinese team is not without opportunities. Under the guidance of the…

As the calendar turns to March, the eyes of football fans around the world are gradually focusing on the World Cup qualifiers across various continents. Among them, the New Year's battle between the Chinese team and Saudi Arabia has undoubtedly become a major highlight in the Asian region. The match scheduled for March 20 is not only crucial for both teams' World Cup dreams but also carries the expectations and hopes of countless Chinese fans. However, a series of uncertainties before the game have made the outcome unpredictable. Wu Lei, the top scorer for the Chinese men's football team, has always been under close attention. However, according to the latest news, Wu Lei may be unable to play due to injury. This is undoubtedly a heavy blow for the Chinese team in desperate need of goals. Wu Lei's absence means that the team's options in the front line will be even more limited. How to make up for this loss will be a major challenge for the head coach. In addition to Wu Lei's injury, the progress of naturalized players has also cast a shadow over the Chinese team's prospects. The naturalization procedures for Xiao Oscar and Serginho have yet to make substantial progress, which means they are unlikely to catch up with the key battle against Saudi Arabia. If these two players were on the field, they would undoubtedly add more creativity and attacking power to the Chinese team's midfield and frontcourt, but reality is disappointing. Facing the strong Saudi team, the Chinese team needs to muster all their…

Neymar really "wasted"? It's not an exaggeration to say this. When a talented player with a value of up to 220 million euros only appeared 7 times in the Saudi league and then bid farewell to his "high-paying journey," people can't help but ask: what happened to him? From peak to trough, Neymar's career has been filled with high hopes, but now it seems to have become a "replacement" of the times. After officially terminating his contract with Al-Nassr of Saudi Arabia, he is re-planning his future, and the most surprising choice is: returning to Santos. Is all this just to take a breath for the end of stardom, or to pay for memories? Rewind to the summer of 2023, when Neymar joined Al-Nassr of the Saudi league with a sky-high annual salary of 100 million euros, a message that almost overnight dominated the global sports headlines. At that time, the Saudi league was attracting top world players with its "big-money poaching," with Cristiano Ronaldo already on board, followed by the arrivals of Karim Benzema, N'Golo Kante, and others. The ambition of becoming the "sixth largest league in the world" was grand. And Neymar was undoubtedly one of the highlights of this football feast, as the core of "Paris Saint-Germain," he was expected to become the world's calling card for Saudi football. But what happened? In just over two years, Neymar only played a meager seven times for Al-Nassr. This performance is not surprising, it's not even up to par. People criticize him for being highly paid but underperforming, even…

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…

China's national football team has officially concluded its winter training for the New Year, with most of the players returning to their respective clubs to continue training. The head coach, Ivanković, needs to finalize the squad for the away match against Saudi Arabia during this period. A total of 31 players were called up for the training camp, but only 26 are needed for the away match against Saudi Arabia, meaning that 5 players will not make the cut. Firstly, goalkeeper Han Jiaqi is likely to be left out due to his average performance during the training camp. This was evident when he was outplayed by Wei Shihao's spectacular goal during a group confrontation. Therefore, Han Jiaqi will not be included in the squad for the away match against Saudi Arabia. In the central defender position, Han Pengfei and Wu Mitijiang have a high probability of being excluded. Han Pengfei is considered a fringe player for the national team, rarely representing the team in matches. Hence, he is likely to miss out on the squad for the away match against Saudi Arabia. Wu Mitijiang's main focus during the training camp was to experience the atmosphere of major competitions. He needs to fully recover from his injuries to establish himself in the national team. Lastly, Maiwulang and Yang Liyu also have a high likelihood of not making the squad. The failure of these five players to impress Ivanković is seen as expected by many fans. The key for the national team is to adjust to their best form before the away…