'A Match Debut Goal' Oh Se-hoon is still hungry,"ST competition system? Competition is second, it's important to learn more and grow."
Oct 16, 2024
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It was the determination of Oh Se-hoon (finishing). Hong Myung-bo crossed the 5th buoy to North Korea, China and the U.S. South Korea beat Iraq 3-2 at 8 p.m. on the 15th with the consecutive goals of Oh Se-hoon (Henk) and Lee Jae-sung (Mainz) in the fourth Group B match of the 2026 North-China World Cup Asia qualifying round at Yongin Mir Stadium in Gyeonggi Province. Coach Hong, who had a 0-0 draw with Palestine in his debut match and the first match at home, succeeded in winning his first home victory since taking office with a victory. Hong Myung-bo, who won both consecutive games against Jordan and Iraq, considered the biggest watershed in the third qualifying round, paved the way for his 11th consecutive World Cup finals. South Korea led Group B with 10 points (3 wins and 1 draw).
South Korea was in Group B along with Iraq, Jordan, Palestine, Oman, and Kuwait. In the third qualifying round, 18 teams will be divided into three groups of six teams and play a full league home and away. A total of six teams, ranked first and second in each group, will win tickets to the World Cup finals. The third and fourth places will go to the fourth preliminary round.
Oh Se-hoon, who received the opportunity to start, exploded the first goal on the day. In the 40th minute of the first half, he received a pass from Bae Joon-ho (Stoke City) and finished with his left foot. It was his debut goal in four A matches. Oh Se-hoon bullied Iraq's defense with his excellent physical ability. The unique postplay was very powerful.
Oh Se-hoon, who was born in 1999, was once considered a "next-generation striker" to lead Korean soccer. He received high marks for his tall height (1m93), active movement, etc. He has been a key player in attack since his days as a member of the national team by age. In particular, he helped South Korea finish second as a main striker at the 2019 FIFA U-20 World Cup.
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There was a love call for Oh Se-hoon. Shimizu of Japan's J-League has started recruiting Oh Se-hoon. Coach Hong Myung-bo, who was leading Ulsan at the time, had a different idea. I hoped Oh Se-hoon would remain in Ulsan and play as a leading striker. However, Oh Se-hoon left Hong and wore Shimizu uniform. In the process of breaking up, he did not look smooth with Ulsan club and head coach Hong.
It's been three years like that. Oh Se-hoon, who left confidently, went through ups and downs in Japan. He did not perform as well as expected in Shimizu. Ahead of this season, he moved to Machida Zelvia on loan and took on a new challenge. Oh played 1910 minutes in 28 J-League games this season. He scored seven goals and two assists. Machida ranks third in the J-League 1 with Oh Se-hoon's performance.
Coach Hong watched Oh Se-hoon's performance. He then invited Oh to the September A-match between Palestine and Oman. In the match against Palestine held on the 5th of last month, Oh Se-hoon took the ground instead of Joo Min-gyu (Ulsan) at the beginning of the second half. Oh Se-hoon created an attack opportunity by actively fighting on the front line. He also tried to use his height to shoot a header. He didn't score, but he impressed the fans properly. Oh Se-hoon played 68 minutes in an away match in Oman, taking the opportunity to start.
Oh Se-hoon took another opportunity that day, and he did not miss it. Oh Se-hoon, who met in the mixed zone after the game, said, `When I was selected for the national team, I was able to prepare well on the training ground with faith. That came out of the stadium today. As a player, I kept preparing for the game. There was no pressure because I had been preparing for many games. I did as I always did." Then, in his debut goal speech, he congratulated all of his brothers and friends. Thanks to the words of congratulations, I had an unforgettable day today. Today, I wanted to help the team rather than burden and personal greed. That's why I think it went well."
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▶Personally, I thought it was too insufficient. Of course, I didn't come out because I did well in this game, but I was lucky to score a goal thanks to my brothers, younger brothers, and colleagues.
-He started against Iraq.
▶ When I was selected for the national team, I was able to prepare well at the training site with faith. That came out of the stadium today. As a player, I kept preparing for the game. There was no pressure because I had been preparing for many games. I did it as usual.
-Strikers have become a competitive system.
▶The competition is second. We're teammates before we compete and we're a team. I think learning from my teammates is a priority. I think I will become a better player when I learn that well and grow up. So, I will try to become a player who can learn rather than competition.
-After leaving Ulsan, he was sluggish and flew up from Machida.
▶I didn't play well in Machida, but luckily, I was able to play because both the coach and the coach liked me. I was lucky to play, so I gained experience and experience little by little. It seems to grow through those experiences.
-What is Hong Myung-bo's advice.
▶We have been together since Ulsan. The director knows all my strengths and weaknesses. You must have used me for that. It's not enough yet. You want me to be a more reliable striker?募?
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▶ All my brothers and friends said congratulations. Thanks to the words of congratulations, I had an unforgettable day today. Today, I wanted to help the team rather than burden and personal greed. I think that's why it went well.
-Coach Hong Myung-bo told all the players that they should do well even if they go back to their teams.
▶Of course. Regardless of whether he does well or not, how much he or she grows and produces results in his or her team will determine whether he or she will join the national team. I will grow up well so that I can come to the national team again.
-Following the 20-year-old World Cup with Lee Kang-in, he is setting his feet again.
▶It feels fresh. I always thought I wanted to play with Lee Kang-in. I was able to come back like this because I was desperate to play with not only Lee Kang-in but also good brothers, friends, and younger brothers.
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