Jung Kyung-ho, Coach of Kangwon FC, Korea Professional Football League
[MyDaily, Seoul World Cup Stadium, Reporter Choi Byung-jin] Kangwon FC's Coach Jung Kyung-ho uses a megaphone.
Kangwon lost 2-4 to FC Seoul in the K League 1, Round 34 at Seoul World Cup Stadium on the 26th.
Kangwon suffered a shocking comeback defeat. They initially pressed aggressively, disrupting Seoul's play and scored through Kim Gun-hee in the first half and Mo Jae-hyun’s penalty early in the second half.
From the 27th minute of the second half, Kangwon allowed three goals in seven minutes. Lingard scored twice, Ryu Jae-moon equalized, and Chun Sung-hoon sealed the win.
Fans gave Coach Jung a megaphone after the match, not only due to the loss to Seoul.
Kangwon shows strong first-half play but falters in the second half under Coach Jung's system.
Kangwon FC, Korea Professional Football League
Against FC Anyang in Round 32, Kangwon lost a 1-0 lead to a draw. A 2-0 lead against Daegu FC ended 2-2. In the ACLE against Vissel Kobe, a 3-0 lead became a 3-3 tie, with a late win via Kim Gun-hee. The trend continued with the defeat against Seoul.
Frustrated fans received an apology from Coach Jung via megaphone. He stated at the press conference, "Fans must be more disappointed than us. I take responsibility and aim to improve."
Addressing the second half is critical, but opinions vary on the megaphone gesture. Despite finishing as runners-up last season and ranking third in the ACLE, criticism arises. A K League official asked if the criticism is fair given Kangwon's scale and performance.
Jung Kyung-ho, Coach of Kangwon FC, Korea Professional Football League
Seoul's victory was aided by quality substitutes, an area where Kangwon lags, especially with Gabriel suspended. The absence of foreign players on the bench raises questions on relying on domestic talent. A league official noted it's Coach Jung's first official season. Improving second-half tactics and substitutions are necessary.
Coach Jung expressed his struggles, stating, "I lose sleep analyzing opponents." He emphasized past achievements and urged unity, promising improvements in the second half. He seeks support to achieve higher goals.