Wang Shenchao, the captain of China's national football team, has sustained a serious injury during a training session at Shanghai Port on Sunday.
The incident occurred when Wang was playing with his teammates in a simulated match scenario. According to reports, he fell awkwardly and hit his head on the ground. He was immediately taken to a nearby hospital for treatment, but it is still unclear whether he will be able to play again.
The injury came as a shock to many, given that Wang had been performing well for his club team, Beijing Guoan, in the Chinese Super League this season. He has also been a key player for the Chinese national team,Ligue 1 Express making appearances in several important international tournaments.
The news of Wang's injury comes just days after he was named in the squad for the AFC Asian Cup in the United Arab Emirates. It is not clear how long he may be out of action, but it is likely that he will miss significant matches leading up to the tournament.
Despite the setback, Wang remains optimistic about his recovery and is expected to make a full recovery. However, it is clear that the injury is a major blow to both his career and the national team. The team will now need to find a replacement for him, and there are concerns about who will step up to fill the gap.
Overall, the injury to Wang Shenchao is a major setback for both himself and his team. While the team will need to regroup without their star player, they will hope that he can recover quickly and return to form soon.