Team K League Vows Fierce Competition Against Manchester City

Team K League is ready to take on Manchester City head-on, vowing not to back down in their upcoming exhibition match. The squad, comprised of top players from South Korea's professional league, faces the English powerhouse on August 5th at the Seoul World Cup Stadium as part of the 2026 Coupang Play Series.

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We will not back down from Manchester City.

Manager Jeong Jeong-yong and key players Lee Dong-gyeong and Mugoza spoke at a press conference held the day before the match. They conveyed a determined attitude, emphasizing their intent to compete fiercely against one of the world's top clubs.

Lee Dong-gyeong specifically mentioned his eagerness to play against Manchester City's midfielder Phil Foden. Meanwhile, striker Mugoza set his sights on facing Croatian midfielder Mateo Kovačić. These individual matchups highlight the players' focus and ambition for the high-profile game.

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I am looking forward to facing Phil Foden.

The press conference, held at the Bucheon Stadium on August 4th, provided a platform for Team K League to outline their strategy and mindset. The team aims to showcase the quality of K League football and provide a stern test for Pep Guardiola's side.

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I have my sights set on Mateo Kovačić.