2024-01-26 00:39:19
On January 22, 2024 local time, Doha, Qatar, in the third round of the Qatar Asian Cup group stage, Qatar defeated the Chinese men’s football team 1-0.Visual China Map
The national football team ranks 18th in this Asian Cup, the lowest in history
In the early morning of January 26th, Beijing time, all the Asian Cup group stage matches ended, and the top 16 were also formed, including Qatar and Tajikistan in Group A, Australia, Uzbekistan, and Syria in Group B, Iran, the United Arab Emirates, and Group C. Palestine, Iraq, Japan, and Indonesia in Group D, Bahrain, South Korea, and Jordan in Group E, and Saudi Arabia and Thailand in Group F.
The one-eighth matchups have also been announced: the first half is Saudi Arabia vs. South Korea, Indonesia vs. Australia; Jordan vs. Iraq, the United Arab Emirates vs. Tajikistan; the bottom half is Thailand vs. Uzbekistan, Palestine vs. Qatar; Japan vs. Bahrain. Syria vs Iran.
The final ranking of the Chinese men’s football team in this Asian Cup was also determined to be 18th. This Asian Cup is the second in which the main competition has been expanded to 24 teams. In the 2019 Asian Cup, the first 24 teams participated, the Chinese men’s football team finally ranked 6th. The national football team’s 18th place this year set a new record for the team’s lowest ranking in the Asian Cup history.
At the same time, the national football team in this Asian Cup also created a series of embarrassing records – the first time 0 wins; the first time 0 goals; the first time since 1976 that the goal difference in the group stage was negative; the first time in the era of the four teams in the group stage, the group stage points were less than 3 points; the overall ranking of the first event is outside the 10th place…
Currently, in the FIFA rankings, South Korea ranks 23rd in the world and 3rd in Asia.Visual China Map
South Korea deliberately tied Malaysia to avoid Japan
On the evening of January 25th, Beijing time, in the third round of Group E of the Asian Cup, the South Korean team played a thrilling match with Malaysia. The South Korean team led 1-0 in the first half and lost two goals in a short period of time in the second half. In the fourth minute of stoppage time, Son Heung-min scored a penalty kick to help South Korea lead the score 3-2. This score was maintained until the end. The South Korean team would be ranked first in the group and faced Japan in the quarter-finals. Sure enough, the script finally appeared, and injury time came In the 15th minute, Malaysia scored a tie-breaking goal. The 3-3 draw allowed the South Korean team to become second in the group as they wished, avoiding a strong dialogue with Japan in advance in the quarter-finals.
Currently, in the FIFA rankings, South Korea ranks 23rd in the world and 3rd in Asia; Malaysia ranks 130th in the world. In terms of the starting price of this game, South Korea is 150 million euros, and Malaysia is only 3.55 million euros.
After the game, Korean media OSEN commented on the game and believed that the Korean team’s performance was shameful when facing the 130th-ranked team and conceded 3 goals. “Even if you suspect that the Korean team did it intentionally, it is not an exaggeration. Facing Malaysia, they almost lost. Ball. Although a catastrophe was avoided, it was definitely a huge disaster.”
Korean team coach Klinsmann was asked following the game whether the team actively chose to avoid Japan. The German said, “There is no such tactic at all. We have no intention of avoiding Japan. Before the game, I told The players had a meeting and showed how we want to qualify first in the group with an excellent performance. The players performed well in this game and created many opportunities. The players on the field gave their best. Most importantly, our goal Just win and advance as first in the group.”
“This game was quite tense. The two teams scored a total of 6 goals. Especially towards the end of the game, the Malaysian team scored once more. We also felt regarding the goals conceded, penalty kicks, and foul decisions. Very regrettable.”
Regarding the game, Klinsmann believed, “Our ball possession rate is far ahead, and we also have many opportunities. No matter how much we lead in ball possession rate or number of scoring opportunities, if we can’t score, there will be problems. I learned a lot today.” “
“As for the part that failed to prevent the opponent from counterattacking, I will have a serious dialogue with the players and analyze the problem. In any case, the group stage is over and the knockout rounds are regarding to begin. I will try to continue to provide wonderful games.”
The South Korean team will face Saudi Arabia, which ranks first in Group F, in the quarter-finals. Saudi Arabia can avoid South Korea if it loses to Thailand, but the two sides eventually shook hands with 0-0, and Mancini and Klinsmann will play a direct match. duel.
Regarding the question of whether he can win the championship with his current competitive ability, Klinsmann categorically said: “Of course!”
18-year-old Argentinian youngster Echeverri joins Manchester City
On the evening of January 25th, Beijing time, Manchester City officially announced that the 18-year-old Argentine youngster Echeverri has joined. The contract between the two parties is signed until 2028. According to Manchester City’s official announcement, Echeverri will not join the team immediately, but will continue to play for River Plate on loan and report to Manchester City in January next year.
According to transfer reporter Romano, Echeverri’s fixed transfer fee is 14.5 million euros, with a floating clause of 9 million euros. Sky Sports said that Echeverri’s transfer fee is a fixed fee of 12 million pounds, plus a certain amount of floating clauses.
Echeverri serves as an attacking midfielder. In last year’s U17 World Cup, Echeverri played 8 games and contributed 5 goals and 3 assists. In the quarter-finals of the U17 World Cup, Argentina defeated Brazil 3-0. Echeverri scored a hat trick in this game. This game also became his famous battle. Although Argentina later lost to Germany on penalties and were blocked from the final, Echeverri’s performance has attracted the attention of Manchester City. Blue Moon decided to take action and sign this talented young player.
Following the previous signing of Julián Alvarez, Manchester City continues to dig treasures at River Plate. In January 2022, Manchester City announced that Alvarez had joined. Like Echeverri, Alvarez also continued to play for River Plate on loan following confirming that he had joined Manchester City, and only reported to Manchester City that summer.
Echeverri, who plays as an attacking midfielder, has the same position as De Bruyne. De Bruyne has been absent for a long time due to injury this season. The arrival of Echeverri will undoubtedly increase the thickness of Manchester City’s lineup at this position. Compared with De Bruyne, Echeverri’s technical characteristics are different. His speed is relatively more prominent and he is more accustomed to dribbling.
CBA Guangzhou team defeats Qingdao to end two consecutive losses
On the evening of January 25th, Beijing time, CBA League Guangzhou faced Qingdao at home. The two sides were evenly matched in the opening stage, with the scores taking the lead alternately. Guangzhou frequently succeeded in attacking inside, and Qingdao responded with consecutive shots and penalties. In the second quarter, Guangzhou suddenly misfired, and Qingdao exploded with a 16-0 offensive climax inside and outside to gain a double-digit advantage. Halftime. Qingdao leads Guangzhou by 10 points 61 to 51.
Changing sides to fight once more, Qingdao’s shooting percentage dropped sharply, Guangzhou counterattacked vigorously, winning 15 points in a single quarter with three-pointers and four consecutive hits to complete the lead. In the last quarter, Guangzhou once expanded its advantage to double digits, and Qingdao fought hard to hold on 10-2. Guangzhou scored two goals in a row to stabilize the situation, but Qingdao struggled to catch up to no avail. In the end, Guangzhou defeated Qingdao 108-98, ending its 2-game losing streak and ending its opponent’s 4-game winning streak.
At the post-match press conference, Guangzhou team coach Guo Shiqiang said: “It is indeed not easy to win today’s game as a team. To defeat a strong team despite a shortage of personnel requires the efforts of all players. This I have brought up all these players. I have been here for four years and have personally built this team. I know my players very well and I am proud of them. In fact, there is a chance to win in the away game once morest the Shandong team, but the defense is not good enough. Okay. We still have to continue to face challenges.”
Liu Weiwei, the head coach of the Qingdao team, said in an interview: “Unexpectedly, congratulations to the Guangzhou team for the victory, especially since we have to learn from Guangzhou, and the coach must also learn from Director Guo. Everyone in Guangzhou unites and plays an efficient game. We have no opponent today.” Congratulations to the Guangzhou team.”
The Paper reporter Song Chengliang
1706260524
#Sports #Network #National #Football #Teams #ranking #Asian #Cup #hit #South #Korea #denied #avoid #draw #JapanHualong.com
