B2 – Upper intermediate
Traditionally a sport dominated by European countries, soccer is a sport where a lot of Asian countries have not been really good at until recently. That is all about to change as China has announced its plan to become a soccer superpower.
Read about China’s big ambitions by clicking the link below.
http://www.english-online.at/news-articles/sports/china-wants-to-become-soccer-superpower.htm#
Discussion Questions:
1. Why is soccer so popular in the world?
2. Do you think China will be able to reach its goal of being a soccer superpower?
3. Do you think Chinese soccer teams stand a chance against Spanish/European ones?
4. What sports do you play? What are some you find very interesting?