Coach Park Tae-ha, who is determined to win, is well prepared, and the players know the atmosphere.

Nov 09, 2025

Coach Park Tae-ha, who is determined to win, is well prepared, and the players know the atmosphere.



Coach Park Tae-ha trusted the players' mindset despite the absence of some players.

Pohang Steelers and FC Seoul are set to play in the 36th round of the 'Hana Bank K League 1 2025' at Stillyard on the 9th.

The two teams are also sharply opposed to each other in the ranking battle. It is Pohang that wants to be confirmed. Fourth place Pohang (54 points) has a gap of six points with fifth place Seoul (48 points). Depending on the results of this game, at least fourth place can be confirmed. Since Gimcheon cannot play in the Asian Champions League (ACL), if it secures more than 4th place, it can expect more than the Asian Champions League Elite (ACLE) playoffs. Also, a victory is desperately needed for the second-place competition, which still has hope. However, Pohang has struggled in the final round since last season. Since he laughed with a 1-0 victory in the previous Gimcheon match, it is important to continue the upward trend.




Coach Park Tae-ha, who is determined to win, is well prepared, and the players know the atmosphere.
Pohang coach Park Tae-ha met with reporters before the game and said, `The preparation went well. The players know the atmosphere, he briefly expressed his feelings about playing in the game.

Pohang was disappointed in its attack in the Asian Champions League (ACL) 2 match against Tampa Bay just before. Coach Park said, `Players who have not played have given them a chance. There was a plan to recapture the first place, and there was also a part that the players in front were disappointed. In the second half, the sharpness also declined a little. He didn't make many moves to threaten his opponent. The opponent's defense was also very good. It was not easy because it was well-organized. If a goal goes in, it goes in easily, but if it doesn't start, it doesn't go in. When the opponent gets down, the players have to try, but it's not easy and you have to be lucky", he explained.

Lee Ho-jae, who is competing for the top scorer, wanted to put down the burden and play. Director Park said, `I don't emphasize it separately. You have to put it down first. Just because you're chased doesn't mean you're going to score, but if you naturally melt into the team, you'll have an opportunity. Too much greed can make things wrong. I want to tell you that if you focus on team play, you will get a chance. The shortest way is not to miss an opportunity."




Coach Park Tae-ha, who is determined to win, is well prepared, and the players know the atmosphere.
Pohang's injury at the end of the season is painful. Auberdan left due to injury, and captain Jeon Min-kwang is also unable to play in the aftermath of the injury. Director Park said, "There can't be no hits"Fortunately, (Auverdan) is not a serious injury. It's unfortunate for our team, but the gap can't help but affect it. However, I am also looking forward to the combination of Kim Jong-woo and Ki Sung-yueng. I said I'd try it, but I couldn't. I feel like it can be a good opportunity. (Defensive) Seung-wook (Park) and Chan-yong (Park) did it together in Gimcheon. In the last game, he sent it out to adapt to the still yards. I don't think there will be any physical burden."

Pohang has been in good spirits lately. However, the game is included in the replacement list and aims for the second half. Instead, coach Park sent Hong Yoon-sang as a starter, expressing expectations for his performance. Hong Yoon-sang is Pohang's last game before joining Gimcheon. Coach Park said "There should be a hidden card. (Hong) Yoon-sang's last game before he goes to the army. He started the game hoping it would be a memorable game, and told him to give him the last gift and go. The military can be different from what you think. I hope I can continue to work hard and become a better player" he said.

If Pohang wins the match against Seoul, it will confirm at least the ACLE playoffs. Coach Park said, `There is no need for the coach to say that such an atmosphere is created naturally within the player. It is important to be together so that we can win today's game."








This article was translated by Naver AI translator.