Lee Chung-yong's shock confession, "We have not been able to train normally since the Dubai training,"···"The environment is so disappointing."

Lee Chung-yong's shock confession, "We have not been able to train normally since the Dubai training,"···"The environment is so disappointing."

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Ulsan HD stopped losing consecutive games, but it couldn't be funny.

Ulsan drew 0-0 against FC Seoul in the seventh round of the K League 1 of the 2025 season at Ulsan Munsu Football Stadium on April 5.

Ulsan has failed to achieve a win for the fourth time in a row. Ulsan had two draws and two losses in four games since its 2-0 win against SK on Mar. 9.

Ulsan has recorded three wins, two draws and three losses (11 points) in 18 K-League matches this season. It ranks fifth among the 12 K-League teams.

This is what Lee Chung-yong talked about with reporters after the match against Seoul.

Q. He played only 45 minutes in the first half against Seoul at home.

I felt like I played after a long time. I prepared for it, expecting that Seoul would come out strong. We did well in the first half as we prepared. I think we took the lead in the game. It would have been better if we had created more opportunities, but I'm a little disappointed that we couldn't. However, looking back on the recent few games, I don't think it was a bad performance.

Q. What was Kim Pan-gon's message to the players after the game.

There was no special story. The coach told the players, "Well done."

Q. When I asked coach Kim Pan-gon why he let Lee Chung-yong play only in the first half, he answered briefly, "Tactical judgment." Was it supposed to run for only 45 minutes in the first half.

That's not true.

Q. Then was there an explanation for that.

"I didn't have any special explanation. I am a player who has to obey the coach's decision. All players including myself trust the coach. Of course, it is good if a player plays as much as he can (laughs). However, what is more important than me is the team's victory. Even after sitting on the bench after the first half, I was hoping that my team would win.

Q: I think the mood is the worst since Lee joined Ulsan. There has been no win in four consecutive games. There were also messages from fans. There were some jeers along the way.

The season is really long. You can call it a long marathon. It is true that the results have not been good recently, but we are not swayed. The players have responsibility, but we are trying to get rid of unnecessary burdens. It is natural that the fans feel sorry for it. We are a team that won three consecutive K League 1 titles. There is a great belief between us and our fans.

I think this is why fans boo. I think positively. In addition, fans are those who spend time and money to visit the stadium. They are very precious. I am sorry that I could not bring them the joy of victory. I will do my best from the training ground so that I can rebound quickly.

Q: Lee has a lot of experience. What do you need the most in this situation.

We have to find answers on the ground. At the stadium, at the training ground. There is one thing I want to say. We have not been able to train properly since our training camp in Dubai, the United Arab Emirates. To be more precise, it is an environment in which normal training is not possible. The condition of the training ground, especially the grass, is so bad that normal training is impossible. You will know when you come here once.

Compared to such an environment, I think I am doing well now. I feel sorry for the environment. I hope that the players can focus only on soccer. I don't want to make an excuse with the environment, but it is true that it is unfortunate. The coach, the coaching staff and the players are all making great efforts in the current situation. They don't try to find answers outside the stadium. I want to sweat more and show better soccer. However, it is regrettable that the environment does not support me.

Q: This season's opening was faster than any other year. Does this have an impact on players' performance.

It's the same for every team. Every team seems to be struggling with an early opening.

Q. After the last season, there was a huge change in the team. What role do you play in the team.

I don't do anything in particular (laughs). I just give feedback when the coaching staff including the coach give me their opinions. I am not in a position where I can take the lead in something. I am following suit well. Even before the opening of this season, I expected that I would not be easy this year. There has been a huge change in the team. Any team that makes such a change needs time to match. It is not the best, but I don't think it is the worst. It will become harder as time passes. 먹튀검증

Q. Coach Kim Pan-gon used the word "external pressure" in his post-match press conference. He meant the fans' desire to win every game. Manager Kim seems to be under a lot of pressure. Did you tell the players in the locker room.

"I don't know. I don't know clearly what each player is thinking. However, in the process of preparing for the game, I didn't feel that at all. It is natural that if you don't win the game, you get booed and there is bad public opinion. If the players were pressured by it, there wouldn't have been three consecutive K League 1 losses. I don't think you have to worry about that at all.

Q. Koo Ja-cheol visited the stadium.

I think he came to play against Sung-yong and support me. Thank you. Ja-cheol (former) had his retirement ceremony at the SK home game in Jeju last week. I really wanted to go, but I couldn't. It was a shame. Still, it was nice to see you even though it was just for a short time today.