Lin Tao and Yan Jianbo met with the entire coaching staff and roster of the Xiamen football team competing in the 2026 Fujian Province City Football League, xmnn.cn reported on October 20.

Lin extended greetings on behalf of the municipal party committee, government, and residents, praising the squad for a resilient campaign in the inaugural Min-Chao tournament. Officials highlighted the team’s competitive drive and sportsmanship throughout the season, noting that the players met local expectations and earned public support.

Connecting Century-Old Roots to Modern Provincial Directives

City leaders framed the current push as an extension of Xiamen’s century-long football history.

According to xmnn.cn, local authorities are executing provincial directives to use the Min-Chao league as a core vehicle for regional football revitalization, aiming to embed the sport deeply into schools, neighborhoods, and grassroots communities.

Institutional Overhaul for Grassroots Expansion and Talent Pipelines

The municipal government outlined specific institutional roles to secure long-term growth. The local football association is tasked with improving tournament administration, talent scouting, and youth pipeline development.

Meanwhile, government departments will secure training infrastructure, expand school-level participation, and integrate athletic initiatives with local tourism and cultural programs.

Tactical Commitments Ahead of Future Fixtures

Head coach Gao Daiming, team leader Wu Mingxian, and captain Dai Yuling spoke during the meeting, thanking the municipal government for backing the squad.

The team representatives pledged to channel public support into rigorous training and improved tactical execution to advance Xiamen’s competitive standing in future fixtures.