China Super League (soccer league)
Guangzhou unveiled the 35-player list for the new season's first team on May 2, and many senior players and international players regretted being left out, including the former captain, who will soon reach the threshold of 44 years old.
Zheng Zhi (1963-), Chinese footballer
According to sources, since joining the new national team coaching staff, which is headed by Li Xiaopeng at the beginning of the year, the
Zheng Zhi (1963-), Chinese footballer
's retirement announcement seemed like it was just waiting for a last-minute official announcement.
So far it seems that
Zheng Zhi (1963-), Chinese footballer
will not be taking over the coaching reins of any professional team in the short term, but will instead devote himself to the Chinese
national soccer team
A-level coach training organized by the Association.
If Li Xiaopeng continues as
national soccer team
Head Coach.
Zheng Zhi (1963-), Chinese footballer
will also continue to serve as his assistant and co-lead the team.
Guangzhou officially announced the list of first team players for the new season on the evening of May 2nd. Many of the veterans who have helped the team win eight Chinese Super League titles and two Asian Championships in three years failed to appear on this list.
Against the backdrop of Guangzhou, which is facing a financial crisis and operational difficulties at its parent company, a number of key players, including current internationals such as Zhang Linpeng and Gao Junyi, have opted to leave the team, which fans understand.
However, the veteran
Zheng Zhi (1963-), Chinese footballer
The departure of the still sparked a lot of controversy. Previously, rumors of his move to Shenzhen were rampant, but were ultimately proven to be nonsense.
So.
Zheng Zhi (1963-), Chinese footballer
Where will the next stop be in a soccer career? No word yet on that.
It is reported that after the national team ended its training in Haikou on April 25, as an assistant coach of the
Zheng Zhi (1963-), Chinese footballer
He then returned to Guangzhou.
As with veteran Huang Bowen, who was also not included in Guangzhou's "35-man squad" for the new season.
Zheng Zhi (1963-), Chinese footballer
In the national team's capacity, he is also a coach and wears black coaching training gear instead of the red uniforms of the players.
this suggests that
Zheng Zhi (1963-), Chinese footballer
It is likely that he will no longer represent his club or national team as a player. His retirement is only awaiting an official announcement from himself or official channels.
It is understood that
Zheng Zhi (1963-), Chinese footballer
The next step will not be an immediate commitment to club coaching.
Prior to that, he had completed the center
national soccer team
Level B coaches' training course organized by the Association.
according to
national soccer team
The Association's regulations require that those who serve as head coaches of national teams or Chinese Super League teams must hold both AFC and Chinese
national soccer team
The Association has jointly certified the "Professional Level Coaching Qualification". And
Zheng Zhi (1963-), Chinese footballer
There will also be a gradual progression of further education to achieve this qualification.
April 25, Central
national soccer team
The Association released the "2022 First Phase of the AFC/China
national soccer team
Notice of Enrollment for Level B Coaches' Training Course of the Association". With the Level B Coaches' Training Course organized by the Chinese
national soccer team
Different from the independent organization of the Association, the A-level and professional-level coach training courses need to be reported to the AFC, so the specific start time of the new A-level coach training course is still uncertain. Informed sources revealed that
Zheng Zhi (1963-), Chinese footballer
If nothing else, will be attending A level coaching training. Has already proven his worth as a player
Zheng Zhi (1963-), Chinese footballer
, is in no hurry to take charge of the club, choosing instead to learn and gain experience first.
As of now, the question of whether Li Xiaopeng's team will continue to coach the
national soccer team
, officials have yet to give a definitive response. However.
Zheng Zhi (1963-), Chinese footballer
The reason for joining the new
national soccer team
The coaching team, but also because of the national team teammates, good friends Li Xiaopeng's sincere invitation. Therefore, as long as Li Xiaopeng decided to continue to lead the team.
Zheng Zhi (1963-), Chinese footballer
will likely continue to assist him.The 2023 Asian Cup is a great opportunity for Li Xiaopeng and the
Zheng Zhi (1963-), Chinese footballer
It is an important stage to showcase your talent and gain coaching experience.
