（来源：光远看经济） 14亿人挑不出11个能踢球的经济学解释 中国U23足球赢了越南，中国球迷那个兴奋，热闹啊，我看到很多群里热烈讨论到一两点。 这么兴奋地谈论中国足球，真的是久违了。 当然，U23中国的小伙子表现确实不错，不失一球，第一次打进决赛。确实让球迷扬眉吐气了一次，过去每次看完比赛让大家窝心的局面至少这一次得到 了改变。 当然，对于中国足球从不抱希望的我就调侃他们：赢个越南都这么兴奋？ 这起码说明我们距离当年中国足球在亚洲强的时候，已经今非昔比了。过去我们在亚洲算二流追一流的水平，现在赢个不入流的球队都兴奋的不行。 14亿人不等于足球人口，重要的是这个国家的足球人口是多少，而不是人口有多少。 中国官方注册的足球人口是110万，职业注册球员只有2740人，青少年注册不到11万人，活跃的足球人口只有500万到600万，也就是说，14亿人里边，每 周踢球两次的人500万到600万。 中国足球为什么走到今天，走到赢了越南都兴奋的睡不着觉的地步，原因有很多。各种各样的人，体育圈里边的，足球圈里边的，文化圈里边的，经济圈 里边的，地产圈里边的，大家都在分析影响中国足球的原因。 比如前几年，当房地产好的时候，中国 ...

Core Insights - The 12th World Games opened in Chengdu on August 7, marking the largest edition in history with 3,942 athletes from 116 countries and regions participating [2][5] - The World Games emphasize diversity and inclusivity in sports, showcasing lesser-known events that are not part of the Olympic Games, thus promoting a broader understanding of sports [3][4] Group 1: Event Significance - The World Games serve as a platform for non-Olympic sports, providing opportunities for athletes in events like lacrosse, korfball, and tug of war, which are less familiar to the Chinese audience [3][4] - The event is seen as a complement to the Olympics, with former IOC President Juan Antonio Samaranch describing it as a "second Olympic Games" [3][4] Group 2: Impact on Local Sports Culture - The hosting of the World Games in Chengdu is expected to enhance the local sports culture by introducing diverse sports to the public, aligning with the growing interest in non-mainstream activities [8][9] - The event is part of a broader trend in China towards promoting inclusive sports, moving from a focus solely on medal counts to a more holistic approach to sports participation [9] Group 3: Infrastructure and Sustainability - Chengdu has utilized existing and renovated sports facilities for the World Games, which has been praised for its sustainability and setting a new benchmark for future events [5][6] - The design of the torch for the Games incorporates local cultural elements, enhancing the event's cultural significance and global recognition [6] Group 4: Future Prospects - The World Games are anticipated to stimulate interest in emerging sports in China, such as frisbee and paddleboarding, reflecting a shift in public engagement with sports [8][9] - The event is seen as a crucial step in China's sports globalization and diversification efforts, potentially influencing long-term sports development in the region [9]