Amidst the turbulence of the soccer transfer market, former national team star Zhao Xuri has ushered in a new chapter in his career. According to renowned soccer data analyst Zhu Yi, the 36-year-old versatile front-field player has officially joined Chinese League One newcomer Sichuan Jiuniu to continue the saga of his soccer career.
As a back-rower, Zhao Xuri has made 87 appearances and scored 2 goals in his national team career, earning the respect of fans for his skill and consistent play. He has played for a number of top clubs including Dalian Shide, Sichuan, Shaanxi Chanba, Guangzhou Evergrande, Tianjin Quanjian and Dalian Yifang (now Dalianjin), contributing one goal in 43 games for Dalianjin.
Dating back to the 2005 World Youth Championship in Holland, Zhao Xuri scored a stunning world wave to save the day in the group stage against Turkey, helping the Chinese National Youth League to complete the shutout. It was this goal that earned him the reputation of "Zhao Yifu" and became an iconic figure in Chinese soccer.
