The coaching team decisively announced after the just-concluded National 18 tournament that no winter training will be scheduled before the launch of next year's tournament, a move designed to buy international players plenty of time to recuperate.
The decision sparked a lively debate in fan circles at the time.
Supporters believe that the players were able to take this opportunity to recuperate, and core players such as Wu Lei and Jiang Guangtai even had the option to go abroad for treatment without any worries.
However, there are also voices of concern that the cancellation of winter training may affect the players' competitive status, especially with their opponents in the group stage actively preparing for their matches, and there is a big question mark over how the national football team will quickly get into shape against Saudi Arabia in the seventh round.
As time passes, the coaching staff seems to have a new appreciation for the importance of winter training.
It is reported that the main purpose of the adjustment program is to help the international players to better adjust their condition through winter training, so that they can be fully prepared for the upcoming 18-team tournament.
During the winter training period, the national football team will focus on special training such as positioning ball attack and defense, and strengthen the players' physical reserves to ensure that they can play at the highest level in the game.
When it comes to set-pieces, fans can't help but feel a sense of urgency. Losing points on set-piece defense in consecutive games has definitely become a major concern for the team.
It is worth mentioning that the location of this winter training was chosen in Haikou, which not only reflects strategic vision but also has far-reaching significance.
It is reported that a number of Chinese Super League teams are planning to conduct winter training in Haikou, which will greatly facilitate the recruitment of players for the national soccer team.
After two months of rest, it is expected that the lineup of the national football team in this winter training will be more complete, and the players' competitive state will also be significantly improved.
Meanwhile, the opening plans for the Super League are in the spotlight.
The new FA, headed by Song Kai, has made it clear that it will make the national team's World Qualifiers a priority and fully support Ivan.
Given the upcoming 18-team tournament next March, the timing of the launch of the Premier League has become the center of public attention.
The current plan for the start of the Premier League is still on track for around the end of February.
This means that the Super League will be able to schedule three to four rounds of matches before the 18-team tournament in March, which is certainly good news for the international players, who will be able to regain their form through the official matches and face Saudi Arabia at full strength.
In any case, the national football team has adjusted its winter training program apparently to better prepare for the upcoming 18-team tournament.
Let's stay tuned for updates on the National Football League.
