In a recent international women's football warm-up match, the matchup between the Chinese women's football team and the United States women's football team attracted widespread attention. Although the result was 0-3, for us, it was not just a game to win or lose, but also an opportunity to learn and Xi and grow.
First of all, this game is a rare test for the Chinese women's football team. Our team was inexperienced against a team ranked third in the world, which also exposed our inadequacy in high-intensity competition. However, it is this kind of competition that allows us to see our gaps and find the direction of improvement.
In the game, injuries and an incomplete squad are a big problem for us. We had 18 players in the race, five fewer than the other team. In this case, everyone needs to take on more responsibility. Despite this, the team struggled to find the right lineup for the new cycle. The addition of young players, such as Dou Jiaxing and Wang Siqian, who are born in the 00s, also shows our efforts in cultivating new blood. This is essential for the development of young players.
Let's take a look at the game itself. Although we lost by three goals, there were moments when the Chinese team showed good combinations and attacking ability. For example, Zhang Linyan's performance on the left side, as well as the smooth cooperation with Shen Mengyu and Tang Jiali. These highlights show that we have the ability to create chances, even against strong teams.
However, the problem is also obvious. The lack of passing and receiving ability in the midfield and the lack of overall understanding are areas where we need to focus on improvement. In the face of high pressing by the U.S. team, our backline struggled to get the ball out, and the midfielders were not able to get rid of it. This makes it difficult for teams to effectively move the ball from the back to the front, and the attacking opportunities are greatly reduced.
It can be seen from this game that although there is still a gap between the Chinese women's football team and the world's top teams, we also have our own highlights and advantages. In the second warm-up match, I expect the national team to improve their passing coordination and individual skills on the basis of defense and co-defense. As long as we can be more confident and decisive in the game, we will be able to better play our characteristics and show our full strength.
Ultimately, winning or losing is not the only measure. The important thing is to learn from each game Xi and improve. The courage and determination shown by the Chinese women's football team in the face of challenges is worth learning from each and every one of us Xi. It's not just a football game, it's a process of team and individual growth. We look forward to the Chinese women's football team showing even better performance in future competitions.