There are no malicious comments or leniency on Vice Chairman Lee Chung-yong The Korea Professional Football Association predicts a hard-line response to criticism of Lee Chung-yong's golf ceremony

Oct 21, 2025

There are no malicious comments or leniency on Vice Chairman Lee Chung-yong The Korea Professional Football Association predicts a hard-line response to criticism of Lee Chung-yong's golf ceremony
photo courtesy of the Korea Professional Football Association



"We recognize malicious comments about Vice Chairman Lee Chung-yong of the Korea Sports Association as a big problem. Legal action is to be taken."

The Korea Professional Footballers Association (hereinafter referred to as the Korea Professional Footballers Association) recently set out to protect Lee Chung-yong (Ulsan HD), the vice chairman of the association, who caused a great controversy by performing a 'Golf Swing Ceremony' that seemed to target former coach Shin Tae-yong. They say they will not just pass over the malicious comments and criticism that are pouring out to Lee Chung-yong and take legal action.

The Korea Federation of Players announced this policy on the 21st.




Kim Hoon-ki, secretary-general of the Korea Professional Sports Association, said, `There are malicious comments about Vice Chairman Lee Cheong-yong, as well as abusive language that can't be spoken about as messages explode on social media. Therefore, it is recognized that the players' association is a big problem. Legal action will be taken in connection with the above"He expressed serious concern, saying, "Slurping and malicious comments that cross the line, rather than a sound communication culture and mutual respect, could undermine the character and reputation of the players and further undermine the foundation of human rights."

There are no malicious comments or leniency on Vice Chairman Lee Chung-yong The Korea Professional Football Association predicts a hard-line response to criticism of Lee Chung-yong's golf ceremony
photo courtesy of the Korea Professional Football Association
In particular, he gave his firm confidence to Vice Chairman Lee Chung-yong, who is at the center of the scandal. The association said, `Vice-Chairman Lee Cheong-yong has devoted himself to the development of Korean soccer for a long time and has always strived for the rights and interests of fellow players and the development of the team"We are firmly opposed to the current way in which a claim with an unclear basis would tarnish a player's reputation, making it clear that this could pose a potential threat to any player. "

Lee Chung-yong scored a decisive goal with a penalty kick in the second half of the game against Gwangju FC with a 1-0 lead in the 33rd round of the 'Hana Bank K League 1 2025' held at Munsu Football Stadium on the 18th. Originally, he was not in charge of the penalty kick, but Lee Chung-yong volunteered and stepped up as a penalty kick kicker.




It was to perform a ceremony prepared after scoring a goal. After scoring a goal, Lee Chung-yong made a golf swing toward the stands and watched the flying ball 'Golf Swing Ceremony' Even after the game, the same ceremony was performed again toward the crowd.

There are no malicious comments or leniency on Vice Chairman Lee Chung-yong The Korea Professional Football Association predicts a hard-line response to criticism of Lee Chung-yong's golf ceremony
photo courtesy of the Korea Professional Football Association
This was a ceremony that reminded me of head coach Shin Tae-yong, who was dismissed 65 days after taking office. After only one win (three draws and four losses) since taking office, former coach Shin was dismissed in a surprise move. However, after being replaced, former coach Shin interviewed that some veteran players did not listen to him, but met with high-ranking members of the club and were involved in the replacement.

Lee Chung-yong seems to have expressed his protest against former coach Shin's remarks with a 'Golf Swing Ceremony' Former coach Shin loaded a set of private golf clubs on the club bus and was released as a photo.




However, many view Lee Chung-yong's ceremony uncomfortable. Many fans also criticize that `Lee Cheong-yong crossed the line.' In the process of such criticism, malicious comments and malicious messages were reportedly poured into Lee Chung-yong. Then, the Korea Federation of Players stepped up directly. 'Vice President' announced a resolution to take legal disciplinary action without mercy regarding malicious comments about Lee Chung-yong.

Kim Hoon-ki, secretary-general of the Korea Professional Sports Association, said "The Korea Professional Sports Association is always fan-first. Soccer players feed off the love and attention of their fans. Healthy criticism or affectionate advice is acceptable, but rude swearing and intimidation beyond the line are no longer dismissive", he explained.





This article was translated by Naver AI translator.