“The result is disappointing, but the players did their best”.
Ulsan HD drew 2-2 with Jeonbuk Hyundai on Tuesday in the fourth round of the Hana Bank K League 1 2024 at Jeonju World Cup Stadium.
With a goal and an assist, Lee Dong-kyung continued his upward trend with four goals and three assists in four league games. With the win, Ulsan is now unbeaten (2 wins, 2 draws) after four matches and has eight points.
Ulsan head coach Hong Myung-bo said: “We played a good game in front of a big crowd. We took the lead and then drew. The result was disappointing, but the players did a good job with their preparation. Not only the players who were called up to the national team, but also the rest of the reserves played their roles well enough,” he said after the victory.
“The first goal came when we lost track of our opponent, and that was the case with all of our goals. The organizational situation was shaky and we conceded the goal. 토토사이트 But I think it’s because the players were playing in new positions that we had some difficulties.”
“In a game like today, it’s important to start the second half, and the lineup was important. We conceded quickly, which made it difficult. There was a lot of psychological pressure to defend. I ordered them not to drop the line when we were ahead, but they naturally backed off. It was a big psychological burden on the players, and I’m sorry for that.”
As for Lee Dong-kyung’s performance, he said, “It’s very disappointing. He was about to enlist in the military. He’s a youth player and is very loyal. It’s great to see him doing his best until the end. I’m very grateful for his good behavior.”
Meanwhile, head coach Hong Myung-bo said, “Today, there were many players who had been to the A match. The opponent played with their traditional tactics. I think it was definitely a positive game for new players to play like today,” said Hong.