Recently, an article in the Football Newspaper struck me. The article analyzes the current situation and problems faced by youth football in China in detail, and I would like to share some views as an ordinary fan.
The reality of a shortage of fundsIt's a cause for concern. Take the U17 league as an example, a club had to choose buses instead of planes to save tens of thousands of dollars. This reality makes me sad, after all, this is a matter of children's future. With frequent tournaments and tight funds, these problems seem to have become the norm in youth training. In particular, hearing that the main sponsor Mengniu chose to withdraw from the Youth Championship made people feel that the development path of youth football is full of challenges.
In my opinion,Combination of sports and education and government-enterprise cooperationIt is an inevitable choice. For example, funds in the education sector should be invested more quickly in football development, and at the same time, there should be more support at the national level, such as encouraging state-owned enterprises to provide sponsorship. In addition, it is also a good idea to set up a dedicated fund account for local events, which can effectively ensure the dedication of funds.
Deficiencies in international exchangesIt is also a matter of concern. Although the international exchange of youth football has resumed in 2023, the scope of exchange is still too narrow on the whole. The absence of international competitions and the inability of the junior team to train abroad due to financial issues have limited the horizons and development of our young players. I believe that the Football Association should launch and support more international exchange events, not only for the sake of the competition itself, but also so that our children can have more exposure to international level football.
I am relieved thatComprehensive reinforcement of the junior national teamOngoing. The construction of teams at all levels, especially the formation of national teams for the U20 and U17 World Cups, shows that Chinese football attaches great importance to youth training. It's not just about a few games, it's about laying a solid foundation for the future of our football.
The holding of the youth training competitionIt is essential to improve youth football. The news of the application for the World Junior Championships revealed by Song Kai, chairman of the Chinese Football Association, is a great positive signal for me. This is not only an event, but also a stage to show the achievements of Chinese football youth training.
Overall, despite the challenges facing youth football in China, I remain hopeful for its future. What we need is not only the support of funds and policies, but also the attention and love of the whole society for football youth training. After all, football is not just a sport, it is also a bridge between dreams and reality. Let's look forward to a better tomorrow for Chinese football.