‘Together Together’ Only 5 Times… Hwang Sun-hong-ho Now Moves Forward with ‘One Heart’
Lee Kang-in had a frank conversation with the team immediately after joining the national team the day before.
‘Number 5’.
Son Heung-min (Tottenham), captain of the Korean national soccer team, said, 'We are united together' in a short speech of only about 5 minutes at an official press conference held at the Seoul World Cup Stadium on the 20th, a day before the 3rd round of the 2026 North and Central America World Cup Asia 2nd preliminary round match against Thailand' is the number of times the expression is mentioned.
As such, all of the Korean national team's attention is focused on rebuilding their shattered teamwork. 바카라사이트
At the press conference on this day, interim coach Hwang Seon-hong and captain Son Heung-min expressed the national team's mood, saying that they were putting all their effort into raising the internal atmosphere rather than making tactical preparations for their opponent, Thailand.
Son Heung-min first said, “We have an important game ahead, and we have something left to show and do, so we will work together and prepare well for a good game.”
When asked how he felt about convening the national team, he said, "The only thing I can think about is how to make this team come together more closely," and emphasized, "If we come together, I don't think there will be any major problems in the results of the game."
Also, regarding Lee Kang-in (Paris Saint-Germain) personally flying to London, England and apologizing to him, he said, "Because Kang-in showed the courage to apologize, I think (other) players also accepted this kind of sentiment well," and added, "We will be more united."
“It seems like a clear opportunity has arisen,” he said.
He then emphasized, "The atmosphere is not as bad as many people worry.
I think it will be an opportunity to unite even more."
Director Hwang Seon-hong also used different expressions, but repeatedly mentioned ‘the appearance of unity’ throughout the press conference.
Director Hwang said, “I told the fans that it was important to show that we were united,” and “Many factors, including our mindset, could have a bigger impact, so we told them to prepare with one mind and one mind.”
He continued, “At this point, it is more important to be united,” and “It is important for my teammates and Lee Kang-in to work together to solve the problem.”
“I think it would be important to be more open-minded and harmonious,” he said.
When asked about Thailand’s strength and preparedness for it, he also responded, “Depending on how ‘one team’ we play against Thailand, the results can vary in many ways.” did.
The national soccer team appears to be ready to move forward after overcoming various storms, including the table tennis scandal.
During the 2023 Asian Football Confederation (AFC) Asian Cup, which ended last month, Lee Kang-in confronted captain Son Heung-min, who was stopping him while playing table tennis.
The national team, whose teamwork was broken due to this incident, performed poorly in the semifinals against Jordan the next day and was eliminated.
Lee Kang-in, who was criticized by public opinion, posted a public apology through his social media (SNS) and went to London, England in person to meet Son Heung-min and apologize.
This is the first time since the Asian Cup that I have met face-to-face with the rest of the national team players.
Lee Kang-in, who returned to Korea through Incheon International Airport the afternoon before, immediately moved to the national team's accommodation in Goyang, Gyeonggi-do, and with the addition of Lee Kang-in, the 'last piece of the puzzle', the national team finally became a complete team.
And Lee Kang-in, who had the courage to apologize, took the time to honestly reflect on his careless actions and release his accumulated emotions in front of his team.
It is said that the players are also embracing Lee Kang-in and making efforts to unite as one again.
Before training began that day, Lee Kang-in expressed his feelings in front of reporters, saying, "I'm sorry for disappointing you."
Amid the chilly wind, all 23 players, including Lee Kang-in, trained normally that day.
Although this was only one day for the entire national team to gather and train, the national team began tactical training in a bright atmosphere, as coach Hwang Seon-hong and Son Heung-min emphasized 'one team'.
An official of the national team said, "Although Lee Kang-in has a blunt personality, he seemed to want to take the initiative to greet the players. The players also welcomed Lee Kang-in.
We can see that they are working hard together." He hinted at the national team atmosphere moving forward as one team.
It is time for Hwang Seon-Hong, who is building up his organizational skills again, to move forward like a ship with sails in a favorable wind.
