It has just been officially announced that Croatian veteran coach Ivankovic has become the new head coach of the Chinese men's football team. The arrival of this new coach has undoubtedly brought a hint of anticipation to the Chinese football community. The importance Ivankovic attaches to his new role is evident in his tight schedule, from watching the Super Bowl to the preparations for his return to China and meeting with the Chinese ambassador every step of the way.
Ivankovic is more than just a name, the experience and achievements behind him constitute his important credentials as a coach. On the occasion of his 70th birthday, choosing to coach the Chinese team is undoubtedly an important decision for his coaching career. From his words, we can feel his deep affection for China and Chinese football, as well as his confidence in the upcoming challenges.
His arrival also means that the Chinese men's football team will usher in a series of changes. First of all, the selection and training methods of the team, Ivankovic brought not only Croatia's football philosophy, but also his unique insights and tactical arrangements for the game. Combined with the assistant coaches of the Jankovic period in China and the new foreign assistants, we expect them to make a new spark.
The Chinese Football Association has set clear goals and strict terms for Ivankovic, and the veteran's priority is to lead the national football team through the round of 36. Our expectation is not that he will lead the national football team to play a magnificent game, but that he can bring long-lost joy to Chinese fans with real results.
Ivankovic's historical achievements make people full of confidence in him, his experience in the World Preliminary Tournament, his knowledge of the team and the players, all indicate that the Chinese men's football team may usher in a different style under his leadership. Although the time is pressing, we believe that under the guidance of Ivankovic, the national football team will make a difference, not only to qualify, but also to show the new atmosphere of Chinese football in the international arena.
Let's look forward to this veteran to bring new hope to Chinese football, and look forward to his leadership that the Chinese men's football team can create achievements that we are proud of.