I'm waiting for Cho Hyunwoo Kim Pan-gon's first topic is assembly, and Yoo Byung-hoon, the first player in the first division, is the winning chance

Feb 16, 2025

 I'm waiting for Cho Hyunwoo Kim Pan-gon's first topic is assembly, and Yoo Byung-hoon, the first player in the first division, is the winning chance
Shanghai Stadium (China, Shanghai) / 2024-2025 AFC Champions League Elite / ACLE / League Stage Game 6 / Shanghai Shenhua vs Ulsan HDFC / Ulsan Kim Pan-gon / Photo by Kim Jung-soo



 I'm waiting for Cho Hyunwoo Kim Pan-gon's first topic is assembly, and Yoo Byung-hoon, the first player in the first division, is the winning chance
Swiss Grand Hotel/ Hana Bank K League 1 Opening Media Day/ Anyang Coach Yoo Byung-hoon/ Photo by Kwak Dong-hyuk
Ulsan HD, which has opened the door of the dynasty, will face FC Anyang, which has been promoted from the second division to the first division.

Ulsan, which is trying to win its fourth consecutive K League 1 title, will play Anyang in the first round of 'Hana Bank K League 1 2025' at Munsu Football Stadium at 2 p.m. on the 16th. In the opening game of the K League 1, the team that won the league last year and the Korean team's winning team will clash.

Ulsan is the stage to climb, but this year is different. Pohang, which won the Korea Cup for the second consecutive year due to the Asian Champions League (ACL), cut its first tape.




Ulsan coach Kim Pan-gon said before the game, `Home games are important. There are some difficulties due to the injury, but the available resources are in good condition. The power reinforcement is not complete. I'm waiting. I think we'll be strong as soon as it's over" he said.

Cho Hyun-woo, who played in all K League 1 games last year, will miss the opening game due to injury. Cho Hyun-woo collapsed in the 25th minute of the second half in Game 7 of the Asian Champions League Elite (ACLE) League Stage against Buriram United at Chang Arena in Buriram, Thailand on the 12th. Buriram striker Martin Boakier tried to forcefully connect the ball flowing to the left side of the goal area with a shot, but narrowed the angle and hit Cho Hyun-woo in the face with his knee.

The game was suspended for nearly five minutes. Cho Hyun-woo, who complained of pain, was eventually replaced by backup Moon Jung-in. A detailed examination revealed that he had fractured his nose.




Director Kim said, `It's a fracture with a little bit of a piece, so surgery is necessary. In the case of a broken nose, there is a case in Europe where only one game is off and then the next game is played. That's how much I see it. However, it is important to be psychological. I'll wait until I'm comfortable, until I say I can come out."

And "I prepared for the game from day seven of winter training. There is a routine. I won't be nervous because I'm embarrassed or it's the opening game. The players were sent a message 'assembly'. It means a meeting. It brought together players who have the biggest talent and strengths. He stressed that he hopes to win the war to start the K-League."

Anyang will make its debut in K League 1. Anyang manager Yoo Byung-hoon said, `I think it's been more than 20 years since I came to Munsu Stadium. I don't think I can remember. As a player, I only focused on the game at the timeThe moment I went out to the ground and looked at the grass, I was nervous. What needs to be overcome is the environment you experience for the first time. There are many dedicated stadiums in the first part. I will look for improvements when I make a mistake beyond the tension."




Yoo is also the best team in Ulsan and proved his value as a champion. What we have to do is clear. Football is unpredictable. Anyang fought hard with one goal last year. It was difficult to analyze, but I want to show that it's not easy"There is no plan to get down. It's a strong opponent, but if you do it as prepared, there is something to target. I think it's a good chance of winning if you keep it steady" returned a counter-argument.



This article was translated by Naver AI translator.