Qingdao FC appoints new coach as they fight relegation

Qingdao FC have appointed a new coach for the upcoming season, as they face the prospect of fighting relegation once again.

The club's chairman, Song Yuxian, announced that he had appointed Ye Qiang as the new coach of Qingdao FC, after the team struggled to secure promotion last year and were relegated back to the Chinese Super League (CSL). Ye has previously worked with Qingdao in the past and was known for his ability to develop young talent.

The appointment comes at a difficult time for Qingdao FC, who have been struggling financially due to the COVID-19 pandemic and have also suffered from injuries to key players. However, Ye is expected to bring a fresh approach to the coaching staff and to help Qingdao FC overcome these challenges.

"It's a great move by the club to bring in a new coach," said Qingdao FC manager Chen Jiaohua. "We need to work together to improve our performance this season and avoid any further losses."

Ye has already impressed with his previous experience working with Qingdao, having spent two years as their assistant coach before being appointed as their head coach. He will be looking to build on his successes and to help Qingdao FC return to the CSL.

"The journey hasn't been easy for us, but we're confident that we can bounce back and make it back up to the top division," said Ye. "I'm excited to see what the future holds for Qingdao FC."

Overall, Ye's appointment as the new coach of Qingdao FC is a positive step forward for the club, which is currently sitting at the bottom of the league table. With a strong squad and a talented player base, Qingdao FC should be able to bounce back and make a comeback.