In a surprising twist for soccer fans, the Chinese Football Association has decided to part ways with coach Branko Ivankovic after the national team missed the playoff stage for the 2026 FIFA World Cup. ⚽
An official statement confirmed that Ivankovic's contract was automatically terminated once the team fell short in the Asian qualifiers. The CFA expressed sincere gratitude for his dedicated efforts and contributions, wishing him well in his future endeavors.
Taking the helm as caretaker manager is Serbian coach Dejan Djurdjevic, who recently impressed by leading the U-20 national team to the AFC U-20 Asian Cup quarterfinals. Djurdjevic now faces the challenge of preparing the team for upcoming contests, including the campaign at the EAFF E-1 Football Championship.
This bold move marks a new chapter for the national team as it seeks to regroup and strive for better results in the coming competitions. Stay tuned for more updates as the journey to soccer glory continues! 🔥
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CFA sacks coach Ivankovic after China's World Cup qualifying failure
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