November 2, 2023
Jeju United acting head coach Chung Joguk swallowed the disappointment of elimination.
The Jeju United-Pohang Steelers match of the 2023 Hana OneQ FA Cup Semifinals took place at the Jeju World Cup Stadium in Jeju at 7:30 p.m. on Jan. 1. After playing the entire first half and overtime, the two teams were unable to settle the score at 1-1. Seo Jin-soo scored in the 43rd minute for Jeju, while Kim In-sung rattled the net in the 14th minute for Pohang. In the ensuing penalty shootout, Pohang won 4-3. Pohang advanced to the final.
First, acting head coach Jung Joguk said, "The players did their best and played well until the end. I'm sorry that so many Jeju fans came even though it was a weekday. The players played hard. I am grateful. I take full responsibility," he said after the game.
Regarding the choice of the penalty kicker, he said, "I actively reflected the players' opinions. I'm sure they all wanted to take it, but I trusted them. I have no regrets."
Acting head coach Chung Joguk talked about resting his players. "The players put in a lot of energy. I think they need to rest a little bit, physically and mentally. They were only looking at this one game. They need to rest. I think we need to focus on rest. I'm aware of the rest of the matches. I have a big responsibility. I will try to do my best in the remaining matches."
In conclusion, acting head coach Chung Jo Gook said, "We tried to rebound with a big game. I think the players also grew by playing big games. I hope it will be a good foundation for the players to grow, not 토토 just for me. One game is not enough for our players. They have to do more. It was a good experience today," he said of striker Seo Jin-soo, "He has so many strengths. He can develop as a wing forward and a shadow striker. Technically, I think he's one of the best strikers in the K League. He still has a lot more to show. I rate him higher than anyone else. We need to work hard to bring out his strengths. I believe he will do well."
