After the end of the national football team's Asian Cup journey, the world ranking inevitably fell, causing a sigh among fans. The ranking slipped from 79th to 88th, and Asia also fell from 11th to 13th. This makes us ask: where is the national football team going?
In the face of the new rankings, the national football team must find new motivation, and the selection of coaches has become a top priority. The Chinese Football Association has launched the selection of coaches before the Spring Festival, and the four directions have been considered, but what the final choice will be is still a mystery. In this process, the direction of the national football team seems to be more inclined to find a new coach in Europe.
According to sources, Petkovic, who has coached the Swiss national team, has become a member of the vision of the Chinese Football Association. He spent seven years in charge of the Swiss national team, leading the team to a series of outstanding results, including multiple group qualifications and a stellar performance at Euro 2020. His coaching style focuses on the balance of attack and defence, emphasizing quick attacks on the wings, which is perhaps more in line with the characteristics of Chinese players.
The latest changes in the ranking of the national football team after the Asian Cup are also interesting. Jordan performed well, moving up to 10th place in Asia, while Oman slipped to 11th and Bahrain also entered the top 12. The national teams ranked after the national football team have also changed, among which the strength of teams such as Syria, Palestine, and Tajikistan has gradually risen.
Petkovic's tactical style is mainly practical, emphasizing the balance between attack and defense, which may be what the national football team needs. At the same time, in terms of player selection, some veterans such as Li Ke and Yu Hanchao still have the possibility of returning to the national team, and naturalized players such as Fernando and Alan are also potential wonders.
It is possible that the national football team will continue to decline in the ranking in the future, but if it can find a suitable head coach and flexibly select players and play in line with their characteristics, the national football team is expected to usher in room for improvement in the next round of games. The addition of young players will also bring new vitality to the team and make the national football team more confident and enthusiastic.
The national football team is currently facing the pressure of selecting a coach, and it is very important to choose a coach who is both experienced and can meet the actual situation of Chinese football. Petkovic may be a good choice, but in any case, the national football team needs to fully consider the direction of the team's development in the future and better integrate into the torrent of international football. We look forward to the arrival of the new coach and look forward to the national football team being able to usher in a better performance in the future journey.