Leads Team to 2-1 Victory! U23 China Captain Xu Bin Shines Abroad with Two Assists Wearing No.10

Barnsley pulled off a 2-1 last-minute victory over Coventry in the English League One U21 match. Xu Bin, captain of China’s U23 national team, starred in the game, providing two assists and leading his team to a breakthrough in his overseas career.

Playing as Barnsley’s central midfielder, Xu Bin showcased excellent attacking and defensive contributions. In the 25th minute, he orchestrated a precise through ball after reading his teammate’s run, setting up the striker’s goal. In the dying moments of the second half, Xu Bin delivered another decisive assist to seal the 2-1 win. His smart positioning and on-field chemistry earned applause from teammates and spectators alike.

Previously, Xu Bin led China’s U23 team to a historic runner-up finish and then moved to England to join Premier League Wolves, before being loaned to Barnsley in League One for development. On his overseas experience, he said: “Going abroad is about learning and seeing the gap. I’m almost 22, and here 22-year-olds can already rotate or start.”

Chinese fans praised his quick integration, vision, and assist capability, hoping he continues to develop and joins Wolves’ first team soon. Currently, Xu Bin stands out as one of the most promising U23 Chinese players in Europe, while Wang Yudong continues playing for Zhejiang in the Chinese Super League.