As we approach 2025, the focus in domestic football is on the transfer market. On one hand, young talents are busy looking for platforms that suit their development. Given the current situation, the possibility of young players securing high salaries is minimal; instead, they prioritize career planning and enhancing their personal abilities as the most stable way to increase their value. On the other hand, clubs' choices are also under scrutiny, with outsiders attempting to gauge financial strength through team acquisitions, especially those at the top of the standings who have guaranteed funds and are desirable targets for outstanding players. As reigning champions, Shanghai Port is naturally the center of attention, particularly against the backdrop of Oscar's confirmed departure. Maintaining attacking power has become Muscat's primary task, and recruitment is the most direct method. When it was predicted that Shanghai Port would strengthen its midfield, informed media provided a new answer: 23-year-old forward Tao Qianglong will head to Shanghai to become a member of the new season. It's clear that by signing Tao Qianglong, Shanghai Port not only sees his current abilities but also values his long-term potential. The outside world is no stranger to Tao Qianglong. This fast horse who landed in the Chinese Super League (CSL) at the age of 17 was once hailed as a prodigy. However, early fame also brought significant pressure to Tao Qianglong, and his later growth did not meet external expectations. Nonetheless, he remains one of the best among his peers in domestic football and has entered the national team, still considered a…

In order to better prepare for the World Cup qualifiers in March next year, the Chinese national football team has decided to start a new training session in mid-January 2025. At that time, which players will be selected for the training list and which players will be left out? This work provides a detailed interpretation, with a predicted training list attached at the end. Firstly, "King Wu" Wu Lei is likely to miss out. Why? Reason one: He has a knee injury that has not yet healed, and he cannot catch up with the imminent training. Reason two: Tactical and state factors. The national team has no technical advantage and can only rely on stacking strong and sturdy players to engage in physical battles. Players like Wu Lei, who have good awareness, are not very useful. Moreover, Wu Lei will be 34 years old next year, and his physical fitness, speed, strength, and ability to compete will decline, making it more difficult for him to execute Ivan's all-out defensive strategy. Secondly, the European iron gate will return The player is Wu Shaocong, a central defender playing for Radomiak in the Polish Super League. Wu Shaocong is a post-00s player, a rare left-footed central defender with excellent football intelligence and some ability to play the ball. Looking at his characteristics, he has great potential for development. Since the Polish Super League does not start until February and Wu Shaocong currently has no matches or training tasks, he has already arrived in China and is qualified to participate in the team training.…

In this article, we delve into the highly anticipated FA Cup final showdown between Shanghai Port and Shandong Taishan. The match is set to take place on Saturday evening at 6:30 PM, with CCTV5 providing live coverage. The significance of this match extends beyond a mere final; it represents an opportunity for both teams to secure their season's honor and influence. The victor will be able to conclude their season on a high note. Shanghai Port has been performing exceptionally well in the Chinese Super League (CSL), boasting a record of 25 wins, 3 draws, and 2 losses across 30 matches, conceding only 12 points. Their dominance was further solidified by a 5-1 victory over Tianjin Tigers in the last round, allowing them to successfully defend their CSL title against their local rivals, Shanghai Shenhua. Shanghai Port's strength is undeniable, featuring top-tier players such as Oscar, Bargas, Jusa, Citadini, and Gustavo, who have proven to be formidable forces. Additionally, national team player Wu Lei, known for his keen sense of goal and offensive prowess, has been instrumental in previous encounters against Shandong Taishan. Wu Lei, who has been recuperating well, is now ready to showcase his skills in the FA Cup final. If he can lead his team to win the double crown, the Ballon d'Or may already be within his grasp, a well-deserved recognition for him. On the other hand, Shandong Taishan's performance this season has been somewhat disappointing. They finished fifth in the CSL, missing out on qualification for next season's AFC Champions League, which is a significant…

Introduction: Confronting the sky, the earth, and even the air, yet missing the key target. As the year-end approaches, it's once again the time for various year-end award selections. Cristiano Ronaldo has been very active, with his social media activity akin to a god descending from heaven. Winning the relatively low-influence Globe Soccer Award for Best Middle Eastern Player, but missing out on the prestigious Ballon d'Or, Ronaldo is understandably unhappy. He has been lashing out at the Ballon d'Or and even the French football magazine that organizes it, which is based in the Ligue 1. The difficulty of playing in the 38-degree heat of the Saudi league has become a source of confidence for Ronaldo. In response, Ligue 1 retorted that Messi won the World Cup in 38-degree weather, leading to media questioning whether Messi really won in winter without the 38-degree heat. In summary, despite scoring over 40 goals in the year, Ronaldo missed out on the Ballon d'Or. It's understandable that he's upset, but actually, Ronaldo has targeted the wrong person; he should be focusing his criticism on Chinese Super League player Wu Lei. For Ronaldo, an opportunistic striker, the main threat comes from the number of goals scored by opponents. There are top European leagues like the Bundesliga's Kane with 46 goals, the Premier League's Haaland with 48 goals, and Ronaldo's mother club's Liga Portugal's Zhekaerai with 62 goals, but they no longer compete with Ronaldo. Beyond the focus of European leagues, Ronaldo's most important opponent turned out to be Wu Lei of the Chinese Super…

The Chinese national football team has four important matches to play in 2025. In the top 18 qualifiers, they will face Saudi Arabia away and Australia at home in March, Indonesia away in June, and Bahrain at home. The national team is currently only one point behind second-placed Australia in the group, giving them a chance to directly qualify for the World Cup. Next, the national team will start training to prepare for the arrival of key events. Officially withdrawing, Wu Lei announces a new decision, which Ivan approves. Currently, the group opponents of the national team, Saudi Arabia and Bahrain, have Gulf Cup matches, while Indonesia participated in the Southeast Asian Championship. The opponents are using matches as training to strengthen team chemistry, which is unfavorable for the national team. The national team has no match tasks and needs to be more committed during training to exercise the team and discover new talent. On December 28th, according to a report by Xiao Nan, a reporter from the Beijing Youth Daily, the national team is expected to start a training camp of no more than 10 days around January 8th, with the location being Haikou, Hainan, and the training list including about 30 players. The reporter revealed that Wu Lei will be unable to participate in the training due to injury. For the national team, it is regrettable that Wu Lei continues to recover from his injury and cannot return to the team for training or integrate with his teammates. Wu Lei, 33 years old, is the top scorer in…

In March of next year, the Chinese men's football team will face a crucial match against Saudi Arabia. The Saudi team, once a dominant force in Asia, seems to be on a downward trajectory in recent years. With a record of only one win, three draws, and two losses in the first six rounds of the World Cup qualifiers, their performance has been somewhat lackluster compared to their past glory. This decline was particularly evident in the recent Gulf Cup, where they suffered a surprising defeat at the hands of the relatively weaker Bahrain team, which undoubtedly dealt a significant blow to their morale. However, this presents a rare opportunity for the Chinese men's football team. Facing such a struggling Saudi team, China's chances of victory are significantly increased. To prepare for this important match, the Chinese team has made ample preparations. Wu Lei, the forward who has excelled with his Spanish club, will join forces with two naturalized players—Serginho and Little Oscar—to compete for the national team. Their addition is expected to greatly enhance the overall strength of the Chinese team. Wu Lei is known for his remarkable speed and shooting ability, often creating excellent scoring opportunities for his teammates with his breakthroughs and passes in the frontcourt. Serginho and Little Oscar, on the other hand, have distinguished themselves with their exceptional technical skills and physical prowess in their respective leagues. Their presence will undoubtedly add more attacking options and defensive fortitude to the Chinese team. When facing Saudi Arabia, the primary task for the Chinese team is to…

Recently, the German Transfer Market released the latest list of Chinese player valuations. Among the top ten, all are national team players, belonging to five major Super League clubs. Among them, two players from Shanghai Greenland Shenhua have entered the top three. Ranking first is Wu Lei from Shanghai Port with a valuation of 1.2 million euros. In the recently concluded season, Wu Lei scored 34 goals to win the Golden Boot, setting a new record for the most goals in a single season in the Chinese Super League. It's a pity that the Chinese men's football team still relies on Wu Lei to save face! Recently, Italian foreign aid Compagno from Tianjin Jinmen Tiger was interviewed by foreign media. When asked which CSL player could enter the Serie A league, Compagno named only Wu Lei as suitable. Even at the age of 33, Wu Lei is still highly regarded! Ranking second and third are Zhu Chenjie and Jiang Shenglong from Shanghai Greenland Shenhua, both with a valuation of 900,000 euros. Zhu Chenjie plays as a defender and is a mainstay for both the national team and the club. Jiang Shenglong is a versatile player who can play as a defender, midfielder, and even a center forward. Both will become important pillars for the national team in the coming period! Ranking fourth is Zhang Yuning from Beijing Guoan Club with a valuation of 850,000 euros. In the 18-strong match against the Indonesian men's football team and the Bahraini men's football team, Zhang Yuning scored consecutive goals. Especially in the away…

Within three days, Shanghai Port announced the departure of two key players, Oscar and Balagas, who had led the team to consecutive championships for two seasons and whose contracts had expired simultaneously. This Christmas was undoubtedly bitter for Port fans, but everything needs to move forward. With less than two months until the start of the next Chinese Super League season, finding suitable replacements after the departure of the "big and small kings" has become an urgent task for Shanghai Port. After the departure of Oscar and Balagas, the most affected person besides head coach Muscat is Wu Lei, who became the most frustrated person. In the 2024 season, Wu Lei, the local top scorer with a record-breaking 34 goals in the Chinese Super League, scored 9 goals from Oscar's assists and 6 goals from Balagas' assists. It can be seen that Wu Lei, this type of forward who relies on positioning, still has a high dependence on them. If he loses enough support from the midfield, Wu Lei, whose individual combat ability is limited, is very likely to become the next Malele. Among the six foreign players in the 2024 season of Shanghai Port, only Gustavo and Rusa, who are still under contract, can stay with the team. Oscar, Balagas, Citadini, and Pop, who specializes in the AFC Champions League, have all left one after another. The significant change in offensive foreign aid has a greater impact on Muscat's tactical system. Under the continued salary cap in the Chinese Super League, Shanghai Port, which is not short of money,…

Recently, the German Transfer Market published the latest market value ranking of Chinese players. Among the top ten, all are national team members, belonging to five major clubs in the Super League. Among them, two players from Shanghai Shenhua have entered the top three. Ranking first is Wu Lei from Shanghai Port with a market value of 1.2 million euros. In the recently concluded season, Wu Lei scored 34 goals and won the Golden Boot. The 34 goals also set a record for the most goals in a single season in the Super League. Unfortunately, the Chinese men's football team still relies on Wu Lei to save face! Recently, in an interview with foreign media, Tianjin Jinmen Tiger's Italian foreign aid, Compagno, was asked which player in the Super League could enter the Serie A league. Compagno named only Wu Lei as suitable. Despite being 33 years old, Wu Lei is still highly regarded! Ranking second and third are Zhu Chenjie and Jiang Shenglong from Shanghai Shenhua. Their market values are the same, both at 900,000 euros. Zhu Chenjie plays as a defender and is a mainstay for both the national team and the club. Jiang Shenglong can be considered a versatile player, capable of playing as a defender, midfielder, and even a center forward. Both of them will become important pillars for the national team in the coming period! Ranking fourth is Zhang Yuning from Beijing Guoan Club with a market value of 850,000 euros. In the 18-strong match against the Indonesian men's football team and the Bahraini men's…

Once Wu Lei left for La Liga's RCD Espanyol, he quickly became the focus of fans and media across China. Many fans even woke up in the middle of the night to watch Espanyol's matches just to catch a glimpse of Wu Lei's performance on the field. His goal against FC Barcelona, one of the giants of La Liga, sent the nation into a frenzy. However, since Wu Lei's return from Espanyol, no other Chinese player has appeared in either La Liga or the Segunda División. Now, a young Chinese talent has emerged in Spain with the potential to follow in Wu Lei's footsteps and join the Segunda División (second tier). Spanish media suggests that this young Chinese player is more suited to compete in the Segunda División than Wu Lei, as he possesses a stronger physique and superior heading ability, making him a more comprehensive player overall. In August of this year, the 19-year-old Du Yuezheng transferred from Póvoa de Varzim's youth team, which competes in the fifth tier of Portuguese football, to Marbella FC, a team in the third tier of Spanish football (Xijiajia). Initially, neither Spanish nor domestic media were optimistic about Du Yuezheng's prospects at Marbella, believing he would be a benchwarmer at best. However, after joining Marbella, Du Yuezheng has consistently been given playing opportunities in the Xijiajia league. On September 8th, in the third round of Group B of the 24-25 Xijiajia season, Du Yuezheng made his official debut for Marbella against Ceuta, coming on as a substitute in the 82nd minute and thus…