China may have missed out – once again – on qualifying for the World Cup, but that’s done nothing to dampen local enthusiasm for the domestic game. Chinese club games regularly attract tens of thousands of fans. Beijing’s top team Guoan is one of the biggest with many supporters coming just to watch the players […]
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Football training in China with Freddie Kanoute
Former African footballer of the year Freddie Kanoute talks about the beautiful game in China and takes us behind the scenes of a training session with his team Beijing Guoan. . Watch on Youtube or Youku
Football – the number one game in China?
China. Hardly a world force in football. But if you thought the sport wasn’t popular here, think again… .