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Oh Hyun-gyu Scores Winning Goal

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South Korean footballer Oh Hyun-gyu scored the winning goal in a World Cup qualifier against the Czech Republic, despite having a 38-degree fever. His parents closed their shop to support his dream.

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Oh Hyun-gyu recovers from severe illness to score World Cup winner

South Korean forward Oh Hyun-gyu experienced a dramatic turnaround during the 2026 World Cup qualifier against the Czech Republic. Just hours before the match, he was suffering from severe diarrhea and a fever of 38 degrees Celsius, leaving him too weak to leave his bed. This sudden illness threatened his debut in his first World Cup, a stark contrast to his role as a training partner four years pโ€ฆ