Biography
Who is Wu Xi?
Early football career
Wu Xi began his professional path in 2008 with the club Hebei Tiangong. The team played in the third tier of Chinese football during the time he was part of their roster. His development during this period attracted attention from bigger clubs, specifically scouts from the top tier side Shanghai Shenhua.
In November 2009, he signed a contract with Shanghai Shenhua. He debuted for the team on April 3, 2010, during a match against Nanchang Bayi that ended in a 2-1 victory. Just over two weeks later, he scored his first goal for the club in a 2-0 win over Tianjin Teda.
Time with Jiangsu and national team duties
Before the 2013 season began, he transferred to Jiangsu Suning. He made his first appearance for the club in February 2013 during a match against FC Seoul in the AFC Champions League. Over the next several years, he became a core member of the squad. He helped the team win the 2015 Chinese FA Cup and later secured the Chinese Super League title in 2020.
On the international stage, he first played for the China under-19 team in 2007. He eventually advanced through the under-23 squad to reach the senior national team. His debut for the senior team occurred on September 28, 2011, in a match against Laos during the 2014 FIFA World Cup qualification process. He also represented his country in multiple AFC Asian Cup tournaments, including events held in Australia, the United Arab Emirates, and Qatar.
Return to Shanghai Shenhua
The parent company of his club, Jiangsu Suning, ceased operations in early 2021 due to financial issues. Following this development, he returned to his former team, Shanghai Shenhua, on a free transfer in March 2021. He continued to be a significant presence on the field for the club following this move.
In June 2022, he achieved a milestone by reaching 100 Chinese Super League appearances specifically for Shanghai Shenhua during a game against Hebei. His career has included individual recognition as well, such as being named to the Chinese Super League Team of the Year in 2015, 2016, and 2019. He has also contributed to further trophy wins, including the Chinese FA Cup in 2023 and the Chinese FA Super Cup in both 2024 and 2025.
Birthday and age
Wu Xi was born on February 19, 1989, which makes Wu 37 years old today. That birthday falls under the Pisces sign. Wu shares the date with 29 other famous people.
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