CCTV5 and other media outlets offer free live broadcast of China vs. Curacao, starting lineup emerges.

Beijing timeMarch 27, 14:00The Chinese national team finally played its first official match after missing several international match windows, also marking the debut of new head coach Shao Jiayi. China will face Curacao, which has already secured a spot in the 2026 US-Canada-Mexico World Cup, in the FIFA Series Australia match. The long-awaited national team, combined with the new coach's opening game, has drawn significant attention from fans and media. Multiple platforms including CCTV5, Yangshipin, and Miguvideo are providing free live coverage of this China match.

Based on the training session content from the day before the match, the starting lineup for China in this game has emerged. It will be a squad blending experienced and new players. Veteran Zhang Yuning from Wenzhou will start as the first captain, alongside established players like Wei Shihao. Naturally, U23 players are also included, such as Wang Yudong, the top domestic scorer in last season's CSL, and overseas player Xu Bin.

Predicted starting lineup for China vs. Curacao (442):

• Forwards: Zhang Yuning, Wei Shihao
• Midfielders: Wang Yudong, Wang Shangyuan, Xu Bin, Xie Weneng
• Defenders: Liu Yang, Wu Mutijiang, Zhu Chenjie, Yang Xi
• Goalkeeper: Yan Junling

Everyone is focused on Shao Jiayi's debut as head coach, facing a World Cup-level opponent.The national team should cherish every moment on the pitch and grow through each match.

Go, China national team!