His arrival saw China opt for a new strategy , turning towards ground passing tactics and adopting the 4 -- 2 -- 3 -- 1 formation .
In April 2009 , China appointed the young Gao Hongbo as the new manager , replacing Yin Tiesheng .
Gao Hongbo 's arrival saw China opt for a new strategy , turning towards ground passing tactics and adopting the 4 -- 2 -- 3 -- 1 formation .
In April 2009 , China appointed the young Gao Hongbo as the new manager , replacing Yin Tiesheng .