AG Rep Team Goalkeeper Kim Min-seung Blames Himself for Korea Cup Exit
Translated from Korean, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.
At a glance
- Kim Min-seung, goalkeeper for the "AG Representative Team," expressed regret after his team's 0-3 loss to Bucheon in the Korea Cup.
- He stated that the goals conceded were ones he "absolutely should have saved."
- Kim pledged to work harder following the defeat, which ended his team's tournament run.
Kim Min-seung, the goalkeeper for the "AG Representative Team," took full responsibility for his team's 0-3 defeat against Bucheon in the third round of the 2026-2027 Hana Bank Korea Cup. The loss marked the end of his team's journey in the tournament.
"It was a goal I absolutely should have saved," Kim stated in an interview following the match held at the Bucheon Stadium. His self-critical assessment highlighted his disappointment with his performance, particularly concerning the goals conceded during the game.
It was a goal I absolutely should have saved.
Despite creating early opportunities, including a shot that hit the post in the first half, the team was unable to convert. Bucheon secured their victory with goals in the second half, leaving Kim to reflect on what could have been done differently.
Kim Min-seung concluded by vowing to increase his efforts. "I will work harder," he promised, indicating his determination to improve and bounce back from this setback.
I will work harder.
Originally published by Chosun Ilbo in Korean. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.