Since Gao Hongbo and Sun Wen were promoted to vice-presidents of the CFA, each of them has achieved a great deal in their respective roles. Gao Hongbo has made a name for himself in youth soccer training and has achieved remarkable results, while Sun Wen has been at the helm of China's women's soccer team, helping it regain its Asian Cup glory. As a result, these two became the favorites to become the new leaders of the FA. However, after much deliberation, the top management of the FA finally chose to parachute in a leader from outside.
Bai Xilin, a veteran of basketball for many years, has not been involved in soccer before, so it is called a cross-border. Whether he will be able to create good results after taking over the Football Association is a big question mark. If Bai Xilin gets his wish to join the federation, may he bring a fresh force of change to Chinese soccer.
