Korea Republic got off to a sluggish start to the Men’s Olympic Football Tournament Tokyo 2020.
Kim Hagbum’s side lost 1-0 against New Zealand in their Group B opener against New Zealand at Kashima Stadium on Thursday, as they failed to find the net despite taking control of the game. Next up for the Taegeuk Warriors are Romania on Sunday, and then Honduras next Wednesday.
Veteran striker Hwang Uijo led the attack up front, flanked by Um Wonsang, Kwon Changhoon and Lee Kangin; Kim Donghyun and Won Dujae were deployed in central midfield, in front of Lee Youhyeon, Jeong Taewook, Lee Sangmin and Kang Yoonseong; Song Bumkeun between the sticks. .....
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10MA TOPICS! [KOREA FA] Team Hagbum slump to 1-0 defeat against New Zealand
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