In a sea of surging soccer news, Sohu Sports came heavy news: Beijing time on June 19, China's Football Association high-profile announcement, technical director Kris due to personal emotional entanglements, decided to say goodbye to the national football team.

The official announcement released by the Football Association is brief and concise, but reveals a deep feeling: "After the two sides friendly consultation, the current technical director of the national football team, Kris Van Perveld, due to personal reasons, decided not to renew the contract, will be June 20 departure to return to Belgium. We would like to express our heartfelt thanks to Kris for his contribution to the national soccer team over the past three and a half years, and wish him all the best in his future life and work!"

Kreis, a name that carries quite a bit of weight in the soccer world. Not only does he have UEFA professional level coaching qualifications, but he also has a wealth of European experience, having played for the Belgian Football Association and held a key position on the UEFA Technical Development Committee.

In the position of technical director of the national football team, Kreis is mainly responsible for the technical development of the national football team, international technical exchanges and cooperation, training of coaches and professionals, and youth talent development. His departure has undoubtedly brought some impact on the development of the national football team.

Facing the parting, Kris expressed his heart: "This time I left because of personal reasons. I had an unforgettable time with my family in China. I am still passionate about the national soccer team, and I believe that in the near future, I will return here and continue to contribute to the development of the national soccer team."

As we say goodbye, let's say goodbye to Kris, my friend!

(Editor: Xiaoyu)

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