The midfield zone on a soccer field has traditionally been seen as the key area that determines whether a game is won or lost. Mastering the midfield often means approaching the threshold of victory. Historically, the world's soccer world has produced outstanding midfield masters such as Zinedine Zidane, Gullit, Zico, etc., who have won countless honors for their respective teams. Looking back at the A-League era, it has also produced many outstanding midfielders. Now, let's review five outstanding midfielders, in no particular order, from different teams.
Top Midfielders of the A-A Era No. 5: Ma Mingyu (Sichuan)
Sichuan soccer has produced outstanding players such as Cheetah and Wei Dahan, with Ma Mingyu being one of the most famous. As a famous midfield leader during the A-League era, Ma was the captain of the national team coached by Milu, and he specialized in long-distance shooting. He was good at long-distance shooting and studied in Serie A. In 2000, Perugia brought in Ma Mingyu. Unfortunately, he did not get a chance to play in Serie A. But in the A-League era, Ma Mingyu played for the Italian team. However, Ma Mingyu was undoubtedly the most representative midfield core of Quanxing in the A-A era.
A A era midfield leaders of the fourth: Li Xiaopeng (Shandong)
Luneng, as a veteran team in the A-A era, still maintains the name "Taishan". Former Luneng coach Li Xiaopeng coached Wuhan Zall. As a Luneng midfielder in the A-A era, Li Xiaopeng was known for his fine footwork and organizational skills, as well as his ability to make accurate long passes. He was a core midfielder for the national team and had an outstanding performance in the early stages of the Chinese Super League. It is worth noting that he scored a key long-range goal away from home in his first Super League title.
A-A Era Midfield Leader No. 3: Li Ming (Dalian)
Dalian Wanda (later renamed Shide) established its own dynasty in the A-A era. Li Ming was the centerpiece of the team's midfield and won 8 top league titles with Dalian. 1992 saw Li Ming make his debut for the national team, where he went on to achieve many successes. Unfortunately, during the 2002 World Cup, Milo failed to bring Li Ming into the tournament. 2004 Asian Cup final, China team 1:3 defeated Japan, Li Ming scored the only goal.
Top Midfielders of the A-A Era No. 2: Cao Jiandong (Beijing)
In the past, Guoan team had the classic combination of "four catchers", and Cao was one of them. As a rare skillful player in the north, Cao represented the national team in the 1994 Asian Games and 1996 Asian Cup. He gave his all in Guoan, helping the team to a second-place finish. Cao's left-footed shot was accurate and had the advantage of long passes. However, he was not selected for the national team after 1997. Nowadays, we still miss the "Northern Cao" of Guoan.
One of the leading midfielders in the A-A era: Peng Weiguo (Guangzhou)
Guangdong soccer is known for its skill, and there were excellent midfielders like Peng Weiguo during the A.A. In the 1992 Asian Cup, Peng Weiguo scored two goals. 1994 A.A. season, Guangzhou Sun Devils won the second place, and the team's top scorer, Pepper, became the Golden Boot, while Peng Weiguo was the master of Hu Zhijun's cake feeder. When it comes to the center of the Sun Devils' midfield, the three words Peng Weiguo immediately come to mind.
