Football has always been a magnificent and legendary stage. On this stage, we have witnessed the rise of countless stars, and we have also witnessed the curtain call of many legends. However, there is one person whose football career seems to be never-ending, and he is Zheng Zhi.
Zheng Zhi, this name is a household name in the Chinese football world. As a gold medal player in Chinese football, he played for the national team for 19 years and set a record for the highest appearance of the national team. Even at the age of 43, there are still high hopes for him to return to coaching the national team.
Not long ago, Zheng Zhi went to Germany to participate in a three-week AFC professional coach qualification training. He was accompanied by Shao Jiayi and Chen Tao of the Chinese coaching staff of the Chinese national football team. This training is undoubtedly to improve their coaching ability and prepare them for their future work in the national team.
However, fans are more concerned about what will happen to Zheng Zhi and others after completing their training, whether they will continue to stay in the national team, or will they make other arrangements? In this regard, the Chinese Football Association quickly gave a clear answer: Zheng Zhi will return to the Chinese national team and serve as an important job in recruiting players.
Zheng Zhi's Path: From Stadium Hero to Rookie Coach
This decision has undoubtedly caused heated discussions among fans. Many people questioned the coaching experience and ability of Zheng Zhi and others, believing that their presence would affect the work of foreign teachers and would not have much effect. However, the Chinese Football Association firmly supports Zheng Zhi for two reasons:
First of all, Ivankovic's foreign coach team has just arrived, and they need a veteran to help keep the team and players in check, giving them a chance to realize their ideas. Secondly, the Football Association believes that Zheng Zhi's presence can increase the cohesion of the team and make the team more united, which is crucial for preparing for the upcoming World Preliminary Tournament.
In fact, Zheng Zhi's status and influence in the Chinese football world are beyond doubt. He is not only a legend for the national team, but also a well-respected leader. His cohesion and appeal to the team are perhaps more powerful than any foreign coach.
As Fan Zhiyi is looking forward to, Zheng Zhi's return will undoubtedly bring new impetus and hope to the national team. Under his leadership, perhaps Chinese football can be revitalized and achieve ideal results in the World Preliminaries.
Zheng Zhi's magical football life
Looking back on Zheng Zhi's football career, it is not difficult to find that he has always been a diligent and studious person. Zheng Zhi has shown extraordinary talent since he was a child, and with his excellent kicking skills and tenacious willpower, he has embarked on the road of professional football step by step.
In 2002, Zheng Zhi was called up for the national team for the first time, starting his long and legendary national team career. Since then, he has been a mainstay of the national team and helped them to a runners-up finish at the 2004 Asian Cup.
In 2008, Zheng Zhi joined Premier League powerhouse Chelsea, becoming the first Chinese player to play in the Premier League. Although there were not many opportunities at Chelsea, the experience was undoubtedly one of the highlights of Zheng Zhi's career.
In 2011, Zheng Zhi returned to play in the Chinese Super League and quickly showed his leadership qualities. With his outstanding performances, he was elected captain of the team several times and led the team to the Chinese Super League championship.
Even as he gets older, Zheng Zhi's passion for football has never waned. At the age of 43, he still travels thousands of miles to Germany to study and improve his coaching skills. This insatiable and enterprising spirit is exactly what Chinese football lacks.
A new challenge: player recruitment
Perhaps, Zheng Zhi's return to the national team not only means his personal new journey, but also represents a big step forward for Chinese football. Under his leadership, we have reason to believe that Chinese football will eventually come out of the trough and regain its glory.
However, Zheng Zhi's new work content is also worth our attention. As a player call-up candidate, he will use the experience and vision he has accumulated over the years to select the best players for the national team. This is undoubtedly a difficult task that requires him to have a comprehensive understanding of players at home and abroad.
In this process, Zheng Zhi faced a huge challenge. He needs to identify the real best of the many players and convince them to join the national team. This requires not only a rich pool of players, but also excellent communication skills and leadership.
Luckily, Zheng Zhi showed excellent leadership skills as a player. With his frank and sincere attitude, he has earned the respect and trust of his teammates. And this will be a big help for his new job.
At the same time, Zheng Zhi also needs to work closely with the foreign coach team to understand their requirements for players and select them according to these requirements. It will undoubtedly be a difficult process and will require him to do a good job of coordination between the players and the coach.
However, one thing is certain, and that is Zheng Zhi's love and dedication to Chinese football. He has always been one of the people most eager to see Chinese football revived. Therefore, we have reason to believe that under his leadership, the national team will usher in a new look.
Team cohesion: Zheng Zhi's unique charm
In addition to player selection, another important task of Zheng Zhi in the national team is to enhance the cohesion of the team. The Football Association is also deeply aware of this.
In fact, Zheng Zhi does have a unique charm for enhancing the cohesion of the team. As a captain as a player, he was known for his affability and ability to unite his teammates and resolve conflicts. And this kind of leadership will still play an important role after he moves to coaching.
It can be said that Zheng Zhi is one of the most cohesive figures in the national team. Not only is he experienced and experienced, but more importantly, his affection for the national team is unparalleled. He has fought for the national team for 19 years and has witnessed the team's highs and lows. Therefore, he knows the internal situation of the national team better than anyone else, and is more able to resolve conflicts and unite players.
Perhaps, Zheng Zhi's return to the national team not only means his personal new journey, but also represents a big step forward for Chinese football. Under his leadership, we have reason to believe that Chinese football will eventually come out of the trough and regain its glory.