Years go by like a shuttle, in the blink of an eye, the city of Beijing on January 31st, ushered in the old president of Guoan's affectionate blessing. Zhou Jinhui, the helmsman of the club, used passionate words to depict the future blueprint of Guoan.
"Thoughts of thousands of miles, tomorrow adds another new year. In this wonderful moment of resignation and welcome to the new year, on behalf of Beijing Guoan, I would like to send the most sincere blessings to all the fans and friends, may everyone have a happy new year!" Zhou Jinhui's blessing, like the spring breeze, warmed the heart of every fan.
Looking back on the 2021 season, the epidemic raged and fans were unable to be there in person, but the emotion between Guoan and the fans grew deeper and deeper. At the beginning of the year when the epidemic was slightly alleviated, hundreds of fans participated in the team's open day activities, this sincere emotion, let Zhou Jinhui doubly gratified.
"In the 2021 season, we experienced many challenges, but the spirit of Guoan always inspired us. Despite failing to make it out of the AFC Champions League, the young players' hard work has earned them valuable points, and has shown us more of the resilient Guoan style." Zhou Jinhui's words were full of confidence and expectations for the team.
Off the field, the spirit of Guoan is also reflected. The players put aside their personal interests and stayed behind to take care of their teammates who were stranded overseas, a selfless effort that touched people.
"The spirit of Guoan is not only embodied on the field of play, but also in every aspect of life. As a Chinese professional soccer club, we have the mission to promote the development of soccer. Although soccer is the most popular sport in the world, there is still a long way to go for soccer in China." Zhou Jinhui's words speak to the plight of Chinese soccer and express his confidence in the future.
This year, Beijing Guoan will celebrate its thirtieth birthday. For this team, which aspires to become a century-old club, thirty years old is still a young child with many shortcomings. However, in these thirty years, Guoan has established a deep emotional bond with the city of Beijing and millions of Guoan fans.
Looking forward to the 2022 season, Guoan will continue to uphold the development concept of "professionalism, specialization and internationalization", continuously improve the club's operational capabilities, and work hand in hand with the fans, so that more people will understand and fall in love with soccer.
"At the end of 2022, our 'home', the Gongti, will be brand new. 2023 Asian Cup, the new Gongti will usher in the first major tournament, and Beijing Guoan will usher in its 30th birthday in this new stadium. At that time, we will welcome the return of the family in the new industrial stadium!" Zhou Jinhui's words are full of visions for the future.
"In the new year, I wish you all the best of luck and the Year of the Tiger!" Zhou Jinhui's blessing is like a spring breeze that warms everyone's heart.
Zhou Jinhui, Chairman of Zhonghe Group and Chairman of Beijing Guoan Football Club
