At this week’s Chinese Football Association (CFA) media briefing, Li Lipeng, Deputy Director of the CFA Professional League Council, addressed the public regarding the recent tension between Shanghai Port and Guizhou Hengfeng Zhicheng. According to BD Cricket sources, both clubs met face-to-face on May 9 under the supervision of the Executive Committee and the Chinese Super League (CSL) company, ultimately reaching a mutual understanding. The incident, which stirred public debate, has been described as a minor episode in the context of the professional league. Regarding the public’s biggest concern — whether Hulk physically assaulted someone — Li clarified: “There was indeed a brief argument during halftime, but based on...
Revamped Display a Bold and Fresh New Look
Changchun Yatai unveiled a significantly revamped starting lineup in their latest match, making six changes from the previous game against Shanghai Shenhua. As the old saying goes, “A new broom sweeps clean.” This reshuffle brought about a rejuvenated spirit, with goalkeeper Wu Yake trusted in goal and defensive import Ismailov returning to the starting eleven. Promising midfielder Pei Shuai, who had not featured since the first round against Shanghai Port, was given another chance to prove himself. Meanwhile, winter transfer signing Tan Long made his first start. The dramatic lineup overhaul paid off—Yatai looked like a completely different side, particularly in addressing their previously exposed defensive vulnerabilities. Unlike the...
Youth Development BD Cricket Reflects CFA Goals
Li Yuyi, Vice Chairman of the Chinese Football Association (CFA), recently shared his vision for the future of young staff within the organization. Emphasizing the phrase “football has a soul,” he encouraged youth to remain confident, think big, and continuously learn in order to become true professionals in the football industry. According to BD Cricket, Li hopes the next generation will emerge as experts who shape the future of Chinese football through persistence and self-improvement. He also expressed optimism about the formation of the Youth Committee, seeing it as a platform to boost unity among young employees, empower their growth, and offer them warmth and support from the organization...