A collection of stories about “the most chaotic events in the South Korean national team camp” before the duel with the Thai national team after the “Ping Pong Gate” is still in question “Corruption undermines morale within the Taeguk Warriors team…”
story “Very chaotic in the South Korean national team camp.” The team was ranked 22nd in the world (FIFA ranking as of March 20, 24) before their duel with the Thai national team. (The 101st ranked team in the world) in the Asian World Cup qualifiers, Group C, in the third match at the World Cup Stadium in Seoul (World Cup Stadium in Seoul) after the scandal that was dubbed by the media in South Korea. “Ping Pong Gate” It still raises doubts about this issue. “Solidarity within the team”
Repeat, calling “Lee Kang-in” (Lee Kang-in) The Paris Saint-Germain playmaker is the source of rebellion against the top players. This led to the failure of the Asian Cup in Qatar. It also raises questions about its use. “Double standards” Is it a huge privilege to be given to this talented player in the future?
What is this? “Aftermath” Which may lead to “Erosion and destruction” Internal division “Taeguk Warriors Team” I can get some today. “You” And “we” Let's go together and look at those hot issues one by one…
Lee Kang-in and the cracks within the South Korean national team
“I received a lot of love and support from the fans. In the last Asian Cup battle but I did not give them anything in return. Moreover, I also disappointed them. So I would like to come here to offer my sincere apologies. Criticism from everyone will help me become a better person.” “A better player, a better footballer. And someone who can help the team and be a good role model.”
The third official apology from “Lee Kang-in” The 22-year-old has become an icon that is still in question.
Cracks that arise from the event “Why should I play ping pong for you?” In the end, it can make everyone in the team, especially the senior players, satisfied and happy to play with them on the field “The broken man” Or players who join a gang with them “child” Who would dare to challenge the top players for how much?
It also opens up the possibility of thinking further or not? Maybe…the fire I thought had gone out. It may be ready to ignite at any time. Because otherwise, what's the point of Li Kang having to publicly apologize 3 times?
No punishment in Lee Kang-in case
“Hwang Sun Hong” (Hwang Sun Hong) The former Under-23 manager was recently appointed manager of the South Korean national team. “Jurgen Klinsmann” (Jurgen Klinsmann) He sparked widespread criticism immediately after his summoning “Lee Kang-in” Returning to the national team despite the fact that this child prodigy had just caused a problem that led to a very scandalous event. Until there was a problem with one of the senior players who was highly respected on the team. “Son Heung-min” (Son Heung-min) The number one star on the team
by “Hwang Sun Hong” Giving reasons for the decision goes against criticism from fans who wanted Lee Kangin to get more time. (or simply punishment or behavior modification) to look at what went wrong before being called back to the national team…
“Delaying Lee Kangin’s call-up to the national team is of no use. Taking into account this player’s talent and at the same time, he also wants to give Lee Kangin an opportunity to clear his head with his teammates and senior players in the national team.
However, such a clarification but a section of South Korean football fans immediately responded, “This doesn't mean that from now on the South Korean national team will be without Lee Kang-in, right?”
And perhaps this is the reason why the South Korean national team coach still has not confirmed this “Lee Kang-in” Will he be able to start in the match against the Thai national team today (March 21-24) or not?
The campaign to ban E Kang In is still high.
Withdrawal decision “Lee Kang-in” Returning to the national team was met with opposition from a number of football fans until the campaign was launched “Ban Yi Kang In” This is by calling for a ban on purchasing tickets to watch the match against the Thai national team next March 21 at the World Cup Stadium in Seoul, which has a capacity of 66,000 people, via the platform.
However…even though in the end such campaigns will not be able to make any impact because…South Korea Football Association (KFA) It is said that tickets were sold out within just two hours after sales opened on March 13, but the campaign that took place cannot be denied that there are still a number of football fans in South Korea who still… “doubt” With Lee Kangin's actions
Media curiosity
Until now because it doesn't exist yet “Answer” Obviously, in the end “Lee Kang-in” It has harmed the body “Sony” Until he injured his finger during the Asian Cup, is this true?
Do this every time you get the chance. South Korean media is still trying to reach out to ask both. “Lee Kang In”, “Son Heung Min” or other players are constantly present…Not even during the talented young player's third public apology. Before joining training with his teammates at the World Cup Stadium in Seoul yesterday (20 Mar 24)
Although he was recently the captain of the South Korean national team and it was confirmed in front of the media about it “Lee Kang-in” Stand in front of all the players and sincerely apologize along with asking the media about it No need for that. I have to try to force myself to find layers in the story that happened again.
While pretending to say in a funny way, “My boss (Ange Postecoglou, Tottenham Hotspur coach) told me that since I'm a footballer, I'm fine with this. Even if you don't have fingers.”
Embarrassment and pressure in the national team camp
The South Korean national team coach admitted this through the media after the failure of the Asian Cup, which was full of scandal. Especially conflict issues arising from “Lee Kang-in” Football players “Taeguk Warriors” (Taeguk Warriors) Part of him felt uncomfortable about being watched every step of the way by the media and football fans. Who want to find answers to “Ping Pong Brawl” And any related issues “Lee Kang-in”
For this reason, the new coach of the South Korean national team made his decision. Fans and media are prohibited from watching daily training sessions at the national team camp. Or stay tuned for interviews with players. So everyone can focus on competing with the Thai national team alone.
Various scandals are still being constantly excavated
Before the national team camp opened in order to prepare to deal with the Thai national team, it did not take long. The South Korean Football Association scandal broke out again. When it was revealed that a number of senior employees were in the national team. Set up a card game with a few players during the Asian Cup in Qatar.
Although the KFA tried to come out and explain that it is just a social game with very little risk between players and staff. But this explanation has been completely refuted. When that seems to be the truth this group of employees have “Poker chips” The same used in casinos. Meanwhile, South Korea is also competing in the Asian Cup. This is why the staff group was later expelled from the KFA.
Changing the president of the South Korean Football Association
So far head “Chung Mong-gyu” (Chung Mong-gyu) The president of the South Korea Football Association is still constantly shaken after the failure in the Asian Cup and the various scandals that occurred have led to calls for change in the Korean Football Association.
Because it is considered occupying the chair in some way “I am here to stay and I will always be here to stay.” for up to 4 terms, resulting in a lack of transparency and there is a high degree of centralization of power in the administration as evidenced by the confirmation of appointment “Jurgen Klinsmann” Become a national team manager without listening to any objections.
Which means… if the results of the two matches against the Thai national team are not as expected, then “maybe” pressures for change may arrive. “Faster than you think” is possible!
Thairath Online's news team reports
Illustration: Anon Chantanant
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