As December draws near, the national soccer team's preparation for the Asian Cup is becoming more and more intense. Yankovic coaching team will soon start a new round of assembly preparation. On the one hand, November's World Preliminary Round 36 competition came to an end, although the results are still good, but whether the smooth out of the line is still in doubt. We can't take it lightly and must do our best. On the other hand, Jankovic is faced with the task of replacing the old with the new in the team, and he has to select young players with more potential to fill up the squad. In all three lines, we have to be prepared. Looking ahead to 2026, the age of the players will increase by three years, and even if the veterans retire, it will be difficult to play a huge role, which prompts the coaching team to do a good job of reserving players in advance.
Since Jankovic took office, the national soccer team has been adhering to the strategy of developing new and old players together, constantly injecting fresh blood to promote the team's transition from old to new. in December, the team will have an overseas training program, which will require a higher level of physical fitness. By then, young players will emerge. According to sources familiar with the matter, Jankovic plans to bring in a new 22-year-old defender from Chengdu Rongcheng, the fourth-place finisher in the 2023 Chinese Super League. The player, who has made only 11 appearances in the 2023 Chinese Super League, mostly as a substitute, was also surprised to be selected for the national team this time. He became a surprise pick for Jankovic.
In the goalkeeper position, the national football team has Yan Junling, Liu Dengzuo, Wang Dalei three strength players. Yan Junling will soon be 33 years old, Liu Dengzuo and Wang Dalei are 34 and 35 years old respectively. Although goalkeepers have long careers, the best age range is between 28 and 33, and players who maintain good form can even continue to 35 years old. Therefore, in terms of age structure, it is necessary for the national soccer team to stock up on young goalkeepers in advance. Despite the need to carry four goalkeepers, this adjustment is necessary, especially for Towers.
Of course, the competition for the goalkeeper position is fierce, and it is uncertain whether Witao will get a chance to play. According to the plan, Jankovic's coaching staff arranged four warm-up matches to give more players a chance to appear and feel the atmosphere of the game. In addition, in order to attract more players, Jankovic made an early list of about 50 players, including numerous U-tier players. The name of Guangzhou's captain Eiffel is definitely among them, and sooner or later he will be among the national soccer team.
The December training roster is expected to be revealed next week. Jiang Guangtai, Wang Qiuming and Li Shuai, who missed the last edition, will return to the lineup. The central core of the midfield, Zhang Yuning and Dai Weijun, will also be selected. The lineup of the national soccer team is getting more complete day by day. Next, we will devote ourselves to training and get ready for the Asian Cup.
