Road to Success
A warm sports drama about teamwork and personal growth. A good choice if you're looking for motivation and light romance.
The Chinese drama "Road to Success" premiered on July 5, 2026, on iQIYi. A total of 32 episodes, approximately 45 minutes each.
Graduate student Lin Wanxin returns to her hometown and takes a job as the sports equipment manager at Hongjing No. 8 School. Her roommate turns out to be Wang Fa — a former coach of a British football club. Lin is tasked with reviving the disbanded school team. After a defeat, Wang Fa takes on the coaching role, while Lin helps to improve relationships within the team. Together, they lead the kids to the finals, overcoming both sports and personal challenges.
The tone is warm, motivational, with elements of romance and school drama. Emphasis on team spirit, growth, and self-improvement.
A classic format of a Chinese drama: daily episode releases, a clear structure of "from underdogs to victory."
If you enjoy sports stories like "Champions" or school dramas about teams — this is for you.
32.
iQIYi.
About the revival of a school football team and the relationships between a psychologist and a former coach.
Li Qing-Rong.
Yes, with elements of romance and school life.