Hong Myung-bo and Lee Kang-in, who wrapped up the Korea Football Association, said, "I don't mean to attack the fans."
Hong Myung-bo and Lee Kang-in, who wrapped up the Korea Football Association, said, "I don't mean to attack the fans."
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Lee Kang-in, who asked coach Hong Myung-bo and the Korea Football Association to refrain from criticizing, explained that he had no intention of attacking fans.
South Korea's men's soccer team, led by head coach Hong, won 4-0 in the final Group B match of the FIFA North-China World Cup Asia Third Qualifier against Kuwait at 8 p.m. on the 10th at Seoul World Cup Stadium.
Lee Kang-in, who was named the most valuable player, said in an official press conference after the match, "I don't know if I should say this, but there are people who criticize (Hong Myung-bo) and the Korea Football Association. Players are also members of the association. If you criticize too much, it will hurt the players. I really want to say that I hope you enjoy the positive side of the game. That way, I will be able to do better at the World Cup. I hope you show a lot of interest and support," protecting Hong and the Korea Football Association, which has been criticized by soccer fans.
When Hong took the helm, he was mired in controversy over his passing of interviews. The Korea Football Association did not confirm important matters to Hong, including his tactical philosophy, vision to run the national team, technical philosophy of the KFA, and connection with the national team by age, citing that he was "too aware of the situation." In response, soccer fans have criticized Hong, who took office while following unfair administrative procedures, and the Korea Football Association for tolerating the procedures.
Lee Kang-in reiterated his intention to make the remarks in the mixed zone (joint coverage area). When he met with reporters, he said, "The YouTube side talks about the association with reporters. Eventually, fans read articles and listen to their stories. I think the players want a lot of fans to support and pay attention in a good atmosphere."
"Of course, the association should make efforts. However, I hope you cheer for me more than criticism," he said. "I think the least number of people came after I was selected as a member of the national team. If you have less and less interest in Korean soccer, it is not good for the players." 메이저놀이터
Lee Kang-in, who was worried about the misunderstanding of the fans, said, "I can criticize (coach Hong and the Korea Football Association), but excessive criticism is not good," but added, "I didn't mean to attack the fans. I said it because I thought it would be good to solve it positively. Please help a lot of players to play soccer that can give happiness to many people."