Since President Xi Jinping's 2015 visit to the UK, where he declared ambitions for China's national football team, the country launched a 34-year strategy to enhance its football stature. Although currently ranked 90th in the FIFA World Rankings and facing potential elimination from the 2026 World Cup, Xi's vision has fostered significant grassroots engagement and the establishment of football infrastructures across China, mirroring a long-term plan with milestones set for 2030 and 2050.
"Xi Jinping’s vision to elevate China’s football stature has seen the creation of community projects and widespread availability of football pitches throughout the nation."
"Despite being ranked 90th globally, China aims for its national team to be a dominant force in Asia by 2030 through an extensive development strategy."
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