Shao Jiayi

Awards & Honours

Awards Won

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Shao Jiayi's career is marked by his pioneering role as one of the first Chinese players in the Bundesliga and his participation in the 2002 World Cup. His appointment as China head coach made him the first Chinese national to hold the top job in recent years, a significant milestone for domestic coaching.

AwardsShao Jiayi has not won major individual awards, but he was part of the China squad that finished as runners-up at the 2004 AFC Asian Cup. He also helped Energie Cottbus earn promotion to the Bundesliga in 2007.

Honours & Distinctions

Bundesliga Legend

Bundesliga official website·2025

Recognized for his contributions to German football.

Records & Feats

First Chinese player to score a free-kick in the Bundesliga

Career Milestone·2003

Scored a memorable free-kick for TSV 1860 Munich against 1. FC Köln.