2. From 2002 to 20 18, the number of teams participating in the World Cup increased from 32 to 48, an increase of 50%, and the number of places in the Asian World Cup increased from 4.5 to 8.5, an increase of 90%. It can be seen that the new allocation rules of World Cup places are very beneficial to Asia, as well as to the national football team. At present, the national football team ranks ninth in Asia. With the gradual participation of naturalized players, the strength of the national football team will be steadily improved. Entering the Asian quarter-finals and realizing the dream of reaching the World Cup is a high probability event, perhaps in 2026.