Shin Tae-yong emerges as potential China national team coach after Branko Ivankovic dismissal

According to Sohu, Shin Tae-yong has emerged as a strong candidate for the Chinese national team coaching position — following the end of cooperation with Branko Ivankovic.

The Chinese Football Association’s (CFA) decision to terminate Ivankovic’s contract came after a crucial 0-1 defeat to Indonesia at Gelora Bung Karno Main Stadium — which destroyed China’s chances of advancing to the fourth round of 2026 World Cup Qualifiers.

In that decisive match, Ole Romeny scored Indonesia’s winning goal from the penalty spot in the 45th minute — securing Indonesia the contested fourth position.

China national team’s unsatisfactory performance throughout the qualification campaign became CFA’s main reason — as they now search for a new figure to lead their national team.