Qingdao Manatee Soccer Club has received a special signing ceremony at the Hongqiao Cup - America's Team China Tour (Qingdao Region) program of the Chengyang District Government on the evening of September 5th, a historic moment that marks the beginning of the Panama National Team's journey to China. This historic moment signifies that the Panamanian national team will soon set foot in Qingdao to begin its journey to China, and on November 14th, the Youth Football Stadium will be the stage to witness this international friendly match between the Panamanian national team and Qingdao Manatees.
It is worth mentioning that the year 2023 coincides with the 30th anniversary of Qingdao Hainiu Football Club, and this friendly match will undoubtedly be the perfect gift for the club's 30th anniversary. The Panama national soccer team, founded in 1937, is affiliated with the North and Central American and Caribbean Soccer Association (CONCACAF) and has a deep history. The Panamanian national team is ranked 45th in the latest FIFA FIFA world rankings for 2023 and made a historic entry into the World Cup in Russia in 2018.
Qingdao Hainiu, a powerful team with a long history in Chinese soccer, finally managed to return to the Chinese Super League in the 2023 season after a decade of ups and downs. Currently in the 24th round of the Chinese Super League, Qingdao Hainiu is in the 13th place with 23 points with 6 wins, 5 draws and 13 losses, scoring 26 goals and conceding 33 goals. As a promoted team, their tenacity is admirable.
The final battle of the Chinese Super League season will come to an end on November 4th. In the 10 days immediately following, the Youth Soccer Stadium will be in the spotlight, where Qingdao Manatees will play an exciting match against the Panama National Team. Fans will have the opportunity to witness a passionate soccer feast.
