Recently, the departure of Chinese men's football coach Jankovic has attracted much attention. The defeat in the Asian Cup became the trigger for his resignation, coupled with the Football Association's policy of not paying liquidated damages, the decision to leave seemed to be a foregone conclusion. Jankovic also gradually opened up at this time, revealing some inside stories of the Chinese men's football team, revealing the reasons for the team's exit.
First of all, he believes that the title of Chinese men's football team is not attractive to players. In contrast to England, Brazil and other internationals who entered the national team with tears in their eyes, Jankovic did not understand why the national team was so attractive to players that some players were reluctant to be selected. This means that the team members lack a sense of honor and purpose, and without the support of these elements, how can they be expected to give their all?
Secondly, there is a problem with the temperament of the team. Although the Chinese have always been proud of the spirit of not being afraid of hardship and sacrifice, this temperament has not been reflected in the Chinese men's football team. Jankovic believes that Chinese players lack sharpness and aggression and always play with a heavy heart. He set strict rules with the aim of motivating the team, but he failed.
Third, the issue of execution. Jankovic emphasized two points, the first is the tactical literacy of the national football team. He questioned why, as a national team player, he was not even skilled in the tactical transitions of a back three and a back four, which Serbian players had to master as teenagers. Jankovic's criticism also named players such as Zhang Linpeng, Liu Binbin, Jiang Guangtai, and Zhu Chenjie. Then there is the issue of the player's tactical execution. He repeatedly emphasised the speed, focus and purpose of his passes, but the national football team was still chaotic.
Regarding the imminent departure, Jankovic said that he was mentally prepared. However, he regretted the end of his tenure as coach of the Chinese men's football team. Perhaps he also doesn't understand why he can't bring out the best in this group of players, which is exactly what Lippi has been searching for. In any case, the high-profile departure of the Chinese men's football team has sparked a wide range of thinking and discussion. The football community is looking forward to a better future and hopes that the Chinese men's football team can usher in a real breakthrough.