Choi Seong-yong, acting manager of Suwon Samsung, cried after completing his last mission. He said his final goodbyes to the players and fans with a sense of gratitude.
Suwon Samsung won 1-0 in the away game of ‘Hanawon Q K League 1 2023’ against Incheon United held at the Incheon Soccer Stadium on the 5th. Suwon won their first win in 11 games. Suwon has 1 win, 2 draws and 8 losses.
After the game, Acting Chief Choi said, “Thank you first. I am really grateful for this time. Thank you for listening to us, and even though there were criticisms, there were words of encouragement. I laughed brightly with the players. “I’m reallyㅋㅋㅋ벳 happy that I can ease my mind. I believe that today’s game will strengthen the players’ self-confidence, pride and affection for the team, and grow closer. I think this is the result of the support from many fans. I want to see coach Lee Byung-geun a lot too. I think I’ve been with the players for a little over a year, but I was happy. I’m grateful for this result at the end.”
It was the worst. Suwon only recorded 2 draws and 8 losses in the opening 10 games. On the 17th of last month, coach Lee Byeong-geun was sacked. Senior coach Choi kept the bench as acting manager. In the meantime, Suwon has appointed a new head coach.
He said, “I think the players have been mentally difficult since I took over as acting manager. I thought it was good to be as autonomous or comfortable as possible and not stressed. He also said that he would not be able to handle such a result. Coach Oh Jang said, “I agreed. I played desperately in that area.”
“(After the game), there were players who said they were sorry. I was sorry that I couldn’t give you much. I said I would wait if I could learn a little more, grow a little more, and wait for you in a better place. I asked to see you again. Quite a long time player , I was at Suwon Samsung Bluewings as a leader, coach, and acting manager. I was loved a lot, and despite my shortcomings, I trusted you until the end. I really wish I could become a better leader and meet you again. That’s something you can’t know. The love you’ve received so far It’s too much for me. I will cheer for you from a little distance until the end. I thought I wanted to laugh with each match (with the fans). I felt like I was going to cry, but surprisingly I became calm. I saw a heartbreaking figure. I am grateful to the fans. The players Thank you,” he said.
Suwon faces Jeonbuk Hyundai on the 10th. This is the debut match for new manager Kim Byung-soo.