High plateau of potential

Amid the vast expanse of the Qinghai-Tibet Plateau, the seeds of China's soccer dream have found an unlikely but fertile ground to sprout.

More than 4,000 meters above sea level, the Tibetan autonomous prefecture of Yushu and surrounding area is perhaps best known for its stunning natural beauty. Nowadays, though, the Beautiful Game is also putting the area on the map, with Yushu home to a flourishing soccer scene.

Female player Dekyi Drolma is one of its most eager participants.