The Chinese men's football team, the team that once made countless Chinese fans crazy and cheered, has now become the focus of disappointment for countless people. In the group stage of this Asian Cup, their performance was unbearable, with 1 draw and 2 losses preventing them from qualifying for the knockout round. What's even more disappointing is that this national football team has not scored a single goal in three games, and its offensive performance is extremely poor. After suffering three consecutive defeats, the Chinese men's football team has been strongly questioned by fans and the media. Such a performance makes people unavoidably ask: What happened to the Chinese men's football team?
"The national football team missed the knockout round of the Asian Cup", such a title is like a heavy blow that hit the hearts of countless Chinese fans. In the past, the national football team brought us countless glory and dreams, but now, they have become a pain in the hearts of countless people. Three games, zero goals, but conceded four goals, such a performance is simply unacceptable. Many people are questioning the ability and mental state of the national football team, shouting that such a performance is really disappointing.
The Chinese men's football team is not only a team, but also a spiritual symbol. Behind the national football team, there are the expectations and dreams of countless Chinese fans. In the past, those unforgettable moments have now become history, but today's national football team is unspeakable. What is the reason why this former team of heroes has become so unbearable now?
In the development of Chinese football, the performance of the national football team has always been an unavoidable topic. All kinds of historical problems have challenged the development of Chinese football. High transfer fees and the sky-high value of players have made Chinese football fall into a passive situation. And the performance of the national football team has also become the best evidence of this status quo.
However, behind all this, we should also see that Chinese football is changing. More and more outstanding players are joining the domestic league, and more and more people are beginning to pay attention to the development trend of Chinese football. Chinese football is undergoing a new transformation.
The veteran's poor performance was questioned
The Chinese men's football team in this Asian Cup still uses the main lineup composed of veterans, but the performance of players such as 32-year-old Wu Lei and 36-year-old Tan Long is miserable. As the main striker, they are seriously lacking in both the number of shots and the threat, which directly leads to the lack of offensive strength of the Chinese team.
Although Wu Lei performed well in the domestic league and the AFC Champions League, his standard in the national team has dropped significantly. In three games, he had only one shot on goal and was completely out of the game. And Tan Long didn't have any shots in the entire Asian Cup, which is far from his conscientious image in the league, so he was questioned by more fans.
Some radical fans even demanded that Wu Lei and Tan Long retire from the national team. After all, the physical conditions are not as good as the veterans in the past, and it is difficult to adapt to the rhythm of high-intensity international competitions. Moreover, young players such as Wei Shihao are gradually emerging and also need to seize the opportunity to exercise.
Tan Long firmly announced that he would stay in the team
In the face of menacing doubts, the 36-year-old Tan Long showed great responsibility. Some Chinese fans cheered for Tan Long through the Internet, and Tan Long also responded in person through chat software, saying the golden sentence "willing to bear these things".
This is enough to see that in the most difficult period of Chinese football, Tan Long is unwilling to retreat and escape, but chooses to face all doubts and pressures. It is precisely because of such veteran feelings and responsibilities that he deserves the respect and support of fans. Tan Long's statement is believed to have a positive impact on the young players in the team.
Wu Lei expressed his stance to help his old teammates
Regarding his old teammate Tan Long's decision to stay in the team, Wu Lei also expressed his support. The Chinese men's football team needs such a striker who never gives up and fights tenaciously, which is good for stimulating the potential of young players.
However, Wu Lei himself is under pressure to improve his competitive form and regain his shooting feeling. As an absolute mainstay of the national team, he must improve his performances in international competitions. Only Wu Lei's own good performance on the offensive end can share more pressure for Tan Long.
Turn your hands into clouds, and turn your hands into rain. When teammates are in urgent need of support, Wu Lei must stand up and take responsibility with his old teammates. This is not only a support for Tan Long, but also a test of his own strength. I hope that Wu Lei can come forward at a critical moment and let the veteran combination regain its former style.
Wai Shihao has both opportunities and challenges
Compared with the situation of veterans, the 26-year-old Wei Shihao represents the new hope of the Chinese men's football team. He is the only goalscorer in this Asian Cup, and this statistic speaks volumes about his good potential.
However, Tan Long's stay in the team means that it will be more difficult for Wei Shihao to get the main position. After all, with Tan Long in charge, it is too early to replace him directly. But young players also need to get on the pitch, which is crucial for development and development.
Therefore, how to find a balance between veterans and newcomers, so that the two can complement each other, is a difficult problem for the Chinese men's football team. This is not only about the retirement process of veterans, but also about the growth space of newcomers. Finding the right balance can do more with less.
The Chinese men's football team is in dire need of a new one
The defeat in the Asian Cup undoubtedly exposed the reality of the aging of the Chinese men's football team. The main players faced the embarrassment of not being able to keep up with the pace of the game. At the same time, the reserve force is also relatively thin, and it is difficult to fill the main field. This phenomenon of not replacing the old with the new must be resolved as soon as possible.
First, the veterans are faced with the process of appropriately reducing the playing time and allowing the body to recuperate. This will allow them to stay in top form, rather than forcing them to fall into form.
Second, young players have to gain experience from more key competitions. This not only tests their psychological quality, but also improves their strength. Only by playing the main force can we become the main force in the true sense.
Finally, the tactical system of the Chinese men's football team needs to be appropriately adjusted to break the idea of relying on a few core veterans. Integrate more players into the system and build a complete tactical style of play as a whole, so that the defense and offense can be smoother in the game, and the pressure will be dispersed. This is also the only way to gain a long-term foothold in world football.