The latest news reveals that Sichuan Jiu Niu Football Club had a hard time deciding between Shenzhen and Hunan before moving to Shenzhen and changing its name to "Shenzhen New Pengcheng". Both places gave JiuNiu strong support, however, the final decision was to put down roots in Shenzhen. This choice made Changsha miss the opportunity to have a Chinese Super League team, which triggered a lot of discussion and deep thoughts among fans. Some even believe that Jiu Niu might have had more room for development if it had moved to Changsha, Hunan, where the soccer atmosphere is particularly strong.
The Football Association (FA) has introduced a new policy that relaxes the restrictions on clubs relocating to other locations, a move that has created a great deal of encouragement for investors in the China League One (C-League). In the highly competitive environment of the league, the implementation of this policy has injected new vitality into the clubs and brought unprecedented development opportunities. Sichuan Jiuniu's decision has served as a model for teams in the league, inspiring them to be more focused and committed, thus raising the level of competition throughout the league. While the departure of Jiu Niu is regrettable for Hunan fans, it also highlights the vibrancy and unlimited potential of the Chinese soccer market, and perhaps Changsha will be able to welcome the Chinese Super League team of its dreams in the near future.
