Coach Icon Matchbenger, who surprised the EPL's undefeated champion, said, "I've never played a game like this before." Why he was impressed

Sep 15, 2025

Coach Icon Matchbenger, who surprised the EPL's undefeated champion, said, 'I've never played a game like this before.' Why he was impressed
'2025 Icon Match: The Return of the Window, the Beginning of Counterattack' was held at Sangam World Cup Stadium in Seoul on the afternoon of the 14th. Spear Team Wenger is staring at the ground. Sangam = Reporter Jung Jae-geun cjg@sportschosun.com /2025.9.14/



"It's the first time I've ever experienced a game like this in my career."

The winner of the "2025 Icon Match: The Return of the Window, the Beginning of the Counterattack" held at the Seoul World Cup Stadium on the 14th was Shield United. FC Spear bowed its head in regret after losing to Shield United for the second consecutive year following 2024.

The icon match is a super-large soccer event hosted by Nexon, which serves 'FC Online' and 'FC Mobile', and it is an event match in which legendary soccer players gather to play unique games. FC Spear (striker's team) was led by head coach Arsen Wenger, the only unbeaten winner of the English Premier League (EPL). Wenger stood up from the bench throughout the game and watched the players, showing his passionate coach performance again. However, it failed to prevent the team's defeat.




Coach Icon Matchbenger, who surprised the EPL's undefeated champion, said, 'I've never played a game like this before.' Why he was impressed
'2025 Icon Match: The Return of the Window, the Beginning of Counterattack' was held at Sangam World Cup Stadium in Seoul on the afternoon of the 14th. He is entering with Wenger and Benitez. Sangam = Reporter Jung Jae-geun cjg@sportschosun.com /2025.9.14/
Coach Icon Matchbenger, who surprised the EPL's undefeated champion, said, 'I've never played a game like this before.' Why he was impressed
'2025 Icon Match: The Return of the Window, the Beginning of Counterattack' was held at Sangam World Cup Stadium in Seoul on the afternoon of the 14th. Drogba and other players are cheering when FC Spear Rooney scored the first goal in the second half. Sangam = Reporter Jung Jae-geun cjg@sportschosun.com /2025.9.14/
Wenger, who attended the post-match press conference, said "It was a very interesting game. The best 22 players were on the field, some were outstanding in defense, others were good players in attack. The defenders played a stable game. Both teams did well, but it is regrettable that they lost the last 10 minutes by giving the opponent the atmosphere and losing points. I think we fought well, too, and I congratulate the opponent on his victory. If I get another chance, I'll try to win."

As for the hospitality of Arsenal fans "I want to thank Arsenal fans for attending the game. Fortunately, leading Arsenal received worldwide support. During my time at Arsenal, I was able to play what I thought was a creative game thanks to great players. Thanks to the aggressive play that such fans love, I was able to meet many fans in Korea today. I want to thank you."

When asked if any of the players who played today would like to use it as an active player, Wenger said "That's a good question" He thought so on the bench during the game. I thought it would have been great if I could guide. Ronaldinho and Kaka are all world-class players, so it was an honor to be with such players. I would like to thank the organizers for holding such a special game. This is the first time in my career that such world-class players are put into one place."








This article was translated by Naver AI translator.