Lee Chang-geun, a key GK, eventually aims to rebound to the operating table, the biggest negative factor in Daejeon
Aug 12, 2025
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Daejeon won a thrilling 3-2 come-from-behind victory over Suwon FC in the 25th round of 'Hana Bank K League 1 2025' held at Daejeon World Cup Stadium on the 10th. Daejeon, which led with Choi Geon-ju's first goal in 56 seconds, later allowed the turnaround by giving back-to-back goals to Sabak and Luan in the extra time of the first half. Fortunately, Joo Min-kyu and Kim Jun-beom scored back-to-back goals in the 30th minute of the second half to win a thrilling victory. Daejeon, which had only one win in its last eight league games, changed its atmosphere by catching Suwon FC, which had the excitement of winning four consecutive games.
But the bleeding was too great to laugh. It is because of Lee Chang-geun's injury. Lee Chang-geun tried to block Lee Si-young's shot in the 36th minute of the first half, and his hand collided with the post. Lee Chang-geun, who continued the game after treatment, eventually sent a sign that he could not be on the bench in the 43rd minute of the first half. Lee Kyung-tae, who entered instead, finished the second half well and won, but it was an honor that was only hurtful for Daejeon. Coach Hwang Sun-hong also said after the game, `I think it's serious. I feel like I have to do surgery. I think it'll take time, but I'm worried. I think I have a fracture when I hit the goalpost."
Concerns have become a reality. A close examination determined that the finger was broken. Lee Chang-geun will start surgery immediately on the morning of the 12th. Director Hwang lamented, saying, `It seems that it will take more than two months to recover.'
Lee Chang-geun is the alpha and omega of Daejeon's defense. He played 2,451 minutes, the most in Daejeon, this season. With a good defense close to the special video of every game, he defended Daejeon's defense, which had the sixth most runs (30 goals) in the league. As soon as he was injured in the match against Suwon FC, allowing two goals straight away was a scene that clearly showed the weight of Lee Chang-geun in Daejeon. Lee Chang-geun has a tremendous influence inside and outside the team by wearing the captain's armband.
Director Hwang's concerns began with the injury of Lee Chang-geun. It's a different position, there's plenty of backup, and if necessary, you can find the answer through position changes or tactical changes, but the goalkeeper is different. Coach Hwang said "The same with Bob Shin, and the injury comes from one position that you should never get hurt." We should at least do a gut."
First of all, Daejeon goalkeeper resources include Lee Joon-seo, Lee Kyung-tae, and Jeongsan. They are all on a similar level. It is highly likely that Lee Joon-seo and Lee Kyung-tae will be the main players for the time being, and Lee Joon-seo is better in the defense and Lee Kyung-tae in the build-up. The problem is the experience and sense of the game. Lee Jun-seo has played in three games in total. He didn't play a single game this season. Lee Kyung-tae will only play as a substitute against Suwon FC. Of course, these are players with potential, but from the standpoint of Daejeon, which is competing fiercely for the rankings right now, they sit on a bomb that may explode at any time and play. If the goal is unstable, the entire team cannot be anxious. Director Hwang said "August was important. "I have a headache" and "But I have no choice but to trust them and go."
Reporter Park Chan-joon vanbasten@sportschosun.com
This article was translated by Naver AI translator.
