Dong Lu's critique of Shao Jiayi is precise and spot-on, revealing the key elements of his character: oblivious to fame and fortune, humble, while staying true to himself without sacrificing flexibility. These qualities are especially critical in the position of a soccer coach. The coach is not only the architect of the tactical layout, but also the leader of the team spirit. If Shao can incorporate these personal qualities into his coaching work, he will undoubtedly bring a breath of fresh air to Chinese soccer. He is able to focus on soccer itself and resist the interference of external noises; he remains humble, continues to learn, and has the courage to admit mistakes and make quick adjustments; in the face of pressure and challenges, he is able to remain calm and collected.
However, it is not easy to change from being a player to a coach, especially to become an outstanding national team coach. Shao will face many challenges: how to quickly adapt to the role of a coach and transform his experience as a player into coaching wisdom; how to build a united and efficient national team and overcome the differences and conflicts among players; how to show the unique style of Chinese soccer in international matches and win the respect and recognition of the opponents. All this requires great efforts and wisdom from Shao.
As Dong Lu said, "Shao does not possess the deficiencies of many local coaches", which has laid a solid foundation for his future coaching career. At the same time, Chinese soccer is undergoing a change and development, providing a broad stage and unlimited possibilities for young coaches like Shao Jiayi. I sincerely hope that Shao Jiayi will become the best coach of the national soccer team in the future, just as Dong Lu expects.
