“I grew and matured the most through my military life. I will combine not only my skills but also my sincerity.” The
Kim Cheon Sangmu professional soccer team played an away game against 6R Cheonan City FC in the ‘Hana One Q K League 2 2023’ held at Cheonan Sports Complex on the 8th. won 2-0. On this day, captain Lee Young-jae started and achieved his 200th individual professional career.
After the game, Lee Young-jae said, “After playing every game, I have reached 200 games. Even after playing 200 games, there are still many things that are lacking. I want to grow further with 200 games as a stepping stone and play 300 or 400 games.”
□ 200 K-League appearances for the first time in 8 years
Lee Young-jae, who made his professional debut by joining Ulsan Hyundai in 2015, reached 100 professional games with Gangwon FC in 2019 after playing in Busan and Gyeongnam. Lee Young-jae, who achieved 100 professional matches 5 years after his debut, played 23, 30, and 37 matches for Gangwon FC in the 2020 season, Suwon FC in the 2021 season, and Sangmu Gimcheon in the 2022 season, respectively, completing the title of 200 professional matches. made it
Lee Young-jae explained, “Every game up to the 200th game was precious. I plan to play with the future even more precious. I will always play with a grateful heart.”
“I went through many teams from Ulsan, Busan (on loan), Gyeongnam, Gangwon, Suwon FC, and Gimcheon. I was able to play 200 games because all the coaches helped me to compete. Thank you to all the teams I’ve been through so far. do,” he said.
Lee Young-jae finished the season at Suwon FC in 2021 and enlisted at the end of December as managing director Kim Cheon. After more than a year of shared joy and sorrow with only four classmates, including Kang Yun-seong, Kwon Chang-hoon, and Kim Ji-hyun, he has now been reborn as the most senior.
Lee Young-jae, who is about to be discharged at the end of June, said, “The military life has become the most personal growth and maturity time. I thought it was important to do well unconditionally in the pro. While working diligently, the parts that were personally regrettable were resolved to some extent. I think the ups and downs of the game have also decreased.”
He continued, “It’s obvious, but I desperately felt that in the professional world, you have to be really sincere to survive. I will continue to increase my momentum and work hard to do well.”
□ ‘Later Sergeant’ Lee Young-jae, what will be the second act of his life from now on?
Lee Young-jae was selected not only in the K-League but also in the national team and recognized his own abilities. Starting with his U-21 national team appearances in 2014, he scored 4 points in 20 games for the age-level national team. His national team made his debut in December 2019 at the ‘EAFF E-1 Championship’. Immediately after his enlistment, he was also selected and participated in battery training in December 2021 and the ‘EAFF E-1 Championship’ in July 2022.
Lee Young-jae said, “Every soccer player dreams of having the Taegeuk mark. It seems that his desire for the national team grows as he grows older.
On June 26, Lee Young-jae plans to return to Suwon FC, his former team after being discharged from the military. Since he is discharged during the season, he is spurring further preparations for his comeback. Lee Young-jae said, “The time right now is really important. I think I can do well even when I return to my original team if I show a good performance in Gimcheon. I try to watch Suwon FC’s matches every time while doing my best in Gimcheon.” Showed affection.
Lastly, Lee Young-jae did not forget his gratitude to the fans in Gimcheon. Lee Young-jae said, “In a way, our players have decided to part with their fans. After completing their one-and-a-half-year military service, they will return to their original team. Nevertheless, the fact that they sincerely and steadily support the players is really a great source of strength and emotion. received a lot,” he said.
He continued, “I am surprised and grateful that so many fans came to every game, both home and away. I will do my best to repay you with victory. Please support and support our players.” 안전놀이터
On the other hand, Sangmu Kim is scheduled to hold a ceremony to commemorate Lee Young-jae’s 200th game at home against Bucheon FC on the 15th.