Today, Tianjin media outlet Daily New Report published an article titled “Ivan Focuses on Spirit and Attitude in National Team’s New Training Camp,” mentioning that head coach Ivan Kovacic will return mid-month and conduct on-site inspections of certain players, particularly the younger ones. Additionally, the media reported that some national team players have claimed injuries after being called up, refusing to play. Ivan’s assistant expressed doubts about the injuries of certain players.
The report stated that Yunnan Yu Kun head coach Anderson, who works with the Chinese national team on player scouting, revealed crucial information: During his communication with Ivan, the coach expressed his intention to select players with stronger mental fortitude. In fact, the 21-year-old Baihelam emerged as the leading figure in the Chinese team’s attack during the last two rounds of the 36th round of qualification. His selection was due to his tenacious spirit showcased in the three group matches of the Olympic Games qualifier. To secure a spot in the 18th round, the Chinese national team requires more players with “strong mental fortitude.”
Furthermore, the media reported that a media personality recently revealed: A national team player, after being called up by the head coach, claimed an injury and refused to play. The head coach, observing this situation, decided not to call him up again. Soon after, the head coach was dismissed, replaced by a new one. The new coach, impressed by the player’s performance, called him up again, but he claimed he couldn’t play and left the team. The media personality stated, “For athletes, shouldn’t a medical scan be necessary if they claim an injury? It’s about whether they want to fight for the national team. Every national team has a physical examination mechanism for national team players. If the team doctor believes they can play, but they insist on not being able to, what else can be said?” This revelation caused a stir.
The report concludes by stating that “during the last preparation phase, several Chinese national team players joined the team with injuries. According to sources, Ivan Kovacic’s assistant expressed doubts about the injuries of certain players.”
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