When the national football team was sad on the field of the Asian Cup, every moment of conceding a goal seemed to tear the hearts of Chinese fans. Jankovic, the helmsman who once led the national football team to the top in Asia, is now unable to extricate himself from the whirlpool of defeat. The choice of the Chinese Football Association seems to have become an ironclad: a new coach, a new atmosphere, and a new journey.
In this chase, many famous coaches have become pawns on the chessboard, and they either have the international vision of foreign coaches or the understanding of local coaches. Cui Kangxi, Xu Zhengyuan, Jodi, Ivankovic and Queiroz, these dazzling names seem to herald a new dynasty of Chinese football. But no one expected that Scolari, the "big dark horse", would quietly enter this big drama of coach selection.
Scolari, the Brazilian coach who has left a deep mark on Chinese football, his advantages are self-evident. His coaching ability is unquestionable, and a series of brilliant results are his strongest endorsement. His understanding of Chinese players is not only at the technical level, but also goes deep into the character and spiritual world of each player. And his love affair with Chinese football is even more deep, and every moment when he publicly expresses his willingness to return to China to coach, people feel his incomprehensible feelings for Chinese football.
But is Scolari really the savior of the national football team? Is his coaching style really suitable for the current national football players? Can his coaching philosophy adapt to the development trend of Chinese football? These issues have become important factors that the Football Association has to consider when selecting a new coach.
However, the situation on the football field is far more complicated than we think. Scolari's fame and experience are important, but football is not a one-man battle. Whether the team he coaches can really stand out in the top 36 of the World Preliminary Tournament and whether it can truly achieve a breakthrough in Chinese football still needs to be slowly verified on the future field.
With the end of the Jankovic era, a new chapter in Chinese football seems waiting to be written. But on the title page of this chapter, Scolari's name is repeatedly mentioned and has become the focus of numerous discussions. His potential return is not only a decision of the Football Association, but also the sustenance of the emotions and expectations of hundreds of millions of Chinese fans.
Scolari led Evergrande to the AFC Champions League, which is a monument in the history of Chinese football, inspiring generations of players. His arrival will undoubtedly boost the morale of the team and give confidence to the players. What's more, Scolari's name has become a bright business card for Chinese football, and his return is expected to enhance the international image of Chinese football.
However, whether Scolari's coaching style and technical tactics can fit in with the current direction of national football construction is a question worth pondering. The attacking football and tight defensive system he advocated required the players to have a high level of technical and tactical literacy. Whether the current national football team's technical reserves and tactical execution can meet Scolari's requirements is undoubtedly the key to his success.
Looking back at Scolari's coaching career, it is not difficult to see that in his team, each player has a clear role and a mission. He has a knack for motivating his players and bringing out the best in them. This may be exactly what the national football team needs - a leader who can unite the team and bring out the best in the players.
But Scolari's age is not negligible. Although age does not directly determine a coach's ability, under the trend of younger football, does the national football team need a younger and more innovative coach to lead the new era?
In addition, for the Chinese Football Association, Scolari's high salary is also a factor that has to be considered. Chinese football is undergoing profound reforms, and the rationality and sustainability of financial investment have become one of the evaluation criteria. Will Scolari's return bring a heavy financial burden to the Chinese Football Association, and whether such a burden can be exchanged for the long-term development and success of the national football team? These are all issues that the Football Association must weigh when making decisions.
Against this backdrop, Scolari's rivals are beginning to emerge. Perhaps, the Chinese Football Association needs a more comprehensive perspective to weigh the strengths and risks of different coaches. For example, a local coach may have a linguistic and cultural advantage, while a foreign coach may bring more advanced football concepts and training methods.
At this critical crossroads, the future of the national football team seems to be full of uncertainty. Whether Scolari will become the new helmsman of Chinese football, or whether other emerging forces will emerge, is full of uncertainties. The fans' desire for results and fear of change are intertwined, creating a mixed emotional surge.
In this context, Scolari's return is given multiple meanings. For those who support him, it is a symbol of revival, a reminiscence of historical successes, and an anticipation of possible victories in the future. But for skeptics, it may just be an emotional investment, an option that may not make a real difference.
Decision-makers at the Chinese Football Association are faced with a difficult choice, and they need to weigh the possibilities to find the one that can truly drive the development of Chinese football and fit the long-term strategic plan. Scolari's historical achievements are unquestionable, but football is always realistic and the aura of history cannot be directly translated into future victories.
The reform and development of the national football team needs a complete system, including the comprehensive improvement of youth training, education, management, competition system and other aspects. No coach, no matter how brilliant his or her past achievements, can turn things around alone. Scolari's return will undoubtedly be worth it if he can be a key part of the system and bring a sustainable strategy to Chinese football.
But if it's just nostalgia for the glory of the past, or if long-term planning is neglected for the sake of short-term success, then this "marriage" may become a short-lived PR exercise rather than a real strategic choice.
Ultimately, all the speculation and discussion needs to be answered on the green field. If Scolari can coach the national football team again, every time he arranges his lineup, every game he wins or loses, will directly affect his evaluation of his marriage with Chinese football.
In this process, every decision of the Chinese Football Association, every move will determine the future of Chinese football. Whether it's Scolari or any other coach, the real challenge is to build a national team that can continue to compete on the Asian and world stage, and that is the only test of whether all choices are correct.