At its opening ceremony and at halftime, diverse performances, including an ethnic Dong chorus and a folk dance in Northeast China, captivated the audience.

Through hosting snowfield soccer, Shulan authorities hope to attract tourists from across the country to explore the city's winter landscape.

Following the success of the Village Super League, which debuted in Rongjiang county, Guizhou, in May last year, hosting such rural sports events have been surging in the countryside and driving new impetus to promote the country's rural vitalization.