Chinese Football Association

Established in 1924 as the Zhōngguó Zúqiú Xiéhuì, the Chinese Football Association stands as the single governing body for all association football activities within the People's Republic of China. The organization manages the national men's and women's teams, administers the professional leagues including the Chinese Super League, and organizes major domestic tournaments like the FA Cup. Its jurisdiction covers beach soccer and futsal, ensuring complete control over every format of the sport across mainland China.

The CFA operates from its headquarters at 18 Guangqu Road in Beijing's Chaoyang District while maintaining membership in FIFA and the Asian Football Confederation. As a non-profit entity under the supervision of the General Administration of Sport of China, it funds its operations through government allocations, commercial sponsorships, broadcasting rights, and ticket sales rather than traditional corporate revenue models.

Recent years have seen the association navigate intense scrutiny following corruption scandals that led to the arrest of former chairman Chen Xuyuan in 2023. Despite these challenges and poor international results for the national team, the CFA continues to push for youth development and international partnerships, releasing documentaries and restructuring its governance to rebuild public trust. [edit]