China doesn’t need the World Cup. It has the ‘Village Super League’

In Fuping county, China, soccer fans are celebrating their local teams' victories in the "Village Super League," a grassroots soccer competition gaining popularity across the country. Unlike the global spectacle of the World Cup, this league focuses on small-town and village teams, fostering a sense of community and local pride. This burgeoning interest in the league reflects China's growing investment in grassroots sports, emphasizing the importance of community engagement and local talent development. The enthusiasm surrounding the Village Super League underscores a shift in focus from international tournaments to nurturing domestic sports culture.