China’s national team draws 0-0 with the Philippines, failing to achieve three consecutive wins; 35 shots taken without success as they are held to a draw for the first time by their opponent

After going through all this trouble, it’s still the same old problem of weak performance. Yang Xu posed no restraint whatsoever and couldn’t create any threat; Axelsson restricted his role by playing on the flanks, while Wu Lei, as usual, created opportunities only to waste them recklessly. Wu Xi played poorly, and Hao Junmin’s passes were also average in this match. It would be better to bring in Wei Shihao and let him charge forward freely, while using Yang Liyu to deliver crosses from the flanks. It’s strange; in this situation, Yang Xu fails to serve as any kind of supporting force. So what can Axel and Wu Lei do by moving to the flanks? Axen is a center – why must it be Yang Xu?

1. A long pass from the striker, but Yang Xu was too poor at controlling the ball. 2. During the transition in midfield, the forwards ended up waiting for the ball, with hardly any running without the ball. 3. Progress is made in an overall manner, but the results are chaotic; no clear pattern can be seen. 4. A cross from the bottom of the box – Wu Lei missed a clear chance in front of the goal, while Hao Junmin failed to convert another similar opportunity. 5. Corner kicks: there were hardly any headshots inside the goal area, leaving it unclear what the role of the tall striker is. 6. Long shots: virtually none. The most direct way to break through a tight defense is not even attempted once. 7. A penalty was called, but the referee ignored it. 8. With individual strength and aggression, it turned out that this Philippine team was no worse in terms of physical confrontation than oneself. 9. Lacking energy and enthusiasm; the entire team’s attacking style is slow. They lack courage despite being young, and they don’t even shout to inspire themselves. Even if just one of these 9 points is achieved successfully, it will be enough to win the match. The national team managed to avoid those situations skillfully; it would be truly miraculous if they could win the match. Stop looking down on this and that all the time; you’re only at third-rate level in Asia – how do you have the right to underestimate others? Mastering the basic skills thoroughly – isn’t that better than anything else? It’s not shameful to fall behind; it’s shameful to be complacent when you should strive to catch up!

How many people have noticed these details? First, Zhang Linpeng must be replaced; in the second half he made serious mistakes in dealing with those two high balls from the opponent. Against forwards like Sun Xingmin and Azmoun, it’s very likely that goals would be conceded. Second, the opponent’s forward number 22 just came in, and with a simple chest pass he could easily shoot on goal; at that moment our defenders were 5 against 2. Third, there is little contact between Yang Xu and Elksen; the two cannot play at the same time. Fourth, the opponent launches too many counterattacks when there’s an opening; what if it’s a strong team? Fifth, physical fitness, physical fitness!

Lippi: Not every match can end with a big victory; Wei Shihao was left out simply because of the decision to choose players based on their form

Against the Philippines, it’s either a loss or a draw.

For football, it’s better to just watch and not talk about it. .

It’s better for us to just watch football without commenting on it; you shouldn’t take it too seriously.

The Philippines is also quite strong now. There are too many naturalized players.