Shenzhen Xinpengcheng Football Club Prepares for Home Debut in Chinese Super League
Shenzhen Xinpengcheng Football Club, formerly known as Sichuan Jiuniu Club, is gearing up for its home debut in the Chinese Super League at Shenzhen Baoan Stadium. As part of the City Football Group, the club is set to bring a new dynamic to Chinese professional football and connect with the city of Shenzhen in a meaningful way.
In an exclusive interview with Xinhua News Agency, Tang Xigang, CEO of City Football Group China and general manager of Shenzhen Xinpengcheng Football Club, shared insights into the club’s strategic decision to settle in Shenzhen. Tang emphasized Shenzhen’s status as a first-tier city within the Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macao Greater Bay Area and highlighted the city’s strong support for sports development, including upcoming plans for a new sports landmark.
With a focus on establishing a solid foundation in the Chinese Super League, Tang Xigang outlined the club’s season goal of playing beautiful football and engaging fans both on and off the field. He emphasized the importance of creating a vibrant home court culture and developing a fan economy through community outreach and partnerships with technology companies in Shenzhen.
In line with Shenzhen’s innovative spirit, Tang Xigang expressed the club’s commitment to youth development and community engagement. Shenzhen Xinpengcheng has established a youth training department and is working to forge partnerships with schools and education groups to promote football at all levels. Tang praised Shenzhen’s “one physical education class per day” policy, noting the opportunity it provides for professional football clubs to engage with schools and communities.
As Shenzhen Xinpengcheng prepares to make its mark in the Chinese Super League, the club’s focus on playing attractive football, fostering fan engagement, and building strong ties with the city of Shenzhen sets the stage for an exciting season ahead. Fans can look forward to witnessing not just thrilling matches, but also the club’s efforts to become a true “club around you” in the heart of Shenzhen.