September 8 Flash: National football team suffered another defeat in the 12-team tournament, the spirit level is not lost to the opponent
In the just-concluded second-round matchup of the 12-team tournament, the
national soccer team
Failed to win for the second consecutive match after falling to Japan by a score of 0-1.
A source from Beijing Youth Daily revealed that a representative member of the Chinese team said after the match, "Although the result of today's match was not ideal, we did not lose to our opponents at least on the mental level. In terms of ability, we do have a gap with the strongest teams, but this victory proves our competitiveness in the Top 12. Facing the next match against Vietnam, we are full of confidence and strive for our first win."
national soccer team
will face Vietnam on October 7th.
China's men's national soccer team went down 0-1 to Japan in the final stage of the 2022 FIFA Qatar World Cup qualifying tournament in Asia, which ended in the early hours of September 8th. China's head coach
Li Tie (1977-), footballer
In the post-match conference, it was noted that despite seeing the gap between them and the top Asian teams, they also gained confidence.
Talking about the game.
Li Tie (1977-), footballer
Said that through the first two rounds of matches, the team has a clearer understanding of its position in Asian soccer and in this group, "After the adjustment in the next month, I believe that the team will present a better state when the third match."
Regarding the injury of player Zhang Linpeng.
Li Tie (1977-), footballer
revealed that the injury is more serious and will undergo further MRIs.
Li Tie (1977-), footballer
Also recognized the performance of newly added youngster Zhu Chenjie: "Zhu Chenjie quickly stepped in after Zhang Linpeng's injury and his performance was quite outstanding."
In evaluating a player's fighting spirit on the field.
Li Tie (1977-), footballer
Expressing great satisfaction, "The players' hustle on the pitch is the key to building the team and I am happy with the effort of every player. I think they did their best."
Regarding the training schedule for the next month.
Li Tie (1977-), footballer
Revealed that the team will have a tough training, hoping to improve the physical quality of the players. At the same time, if there is an opportunity, it is also hoped that warm-up matches with strong teams can be arranged, "In the past 20-odd months, we have not played against strong teams, and the first two matches of the Top 12 tournament allowed us to see the gap between us and the top teams in Asia in terms of tempo. I hope to use this month to improve in this area."
Talking about naturalized players.
Li Tie (1977-), footballer
said that all players are equal to him, "I always tell the players that coming to the national team is representing China and they are all the best players in China. The national team is not divided into starters and substitutes, I will decide who will play according to the needs of the game and the players' status."
