[아시안컵] 손흥민 대반전, 경기끝나고 살벌했던 대표팀 라커룸. 주장 손흥민 연설에 모두 폭풍오열 ; 대한민국 16강 상대 사우디 만치니 감독의 충격발언 "손흥민은OOOO"?!

Summary

The script covers an interview with Tottenham star Son Heung-min after South Korea's disappointing 3-3 draw with Malaysia at the 2023 Asian Cup. Son apologized to fans, encouraged his teammates, and vowed to refocus for the knockout stage. Saudi Arabia coach Hervé Renard also previewed their Round of 16 match, praising Son but saying his team would make it difficult for Korea. Son called for fans and media to support the players as they aim for a record 4th Asian Cup title.

Takeaways

• 😊 Son Heung-min gave an inspiring locker room speech, urging teammates to stay focused on their goal of winning the Asian Cup
• 😢 Korea struggled against Malaysia, drawing 3-3 after conceding 3 goals
• 👍 But Son's late penalty helped Korea advance to the knockout stage
• 💪 Son said the tough game will make the team stronger and more united
• 🔥 Son called on media and fans to protect the players from excessive criticism
• ⚽️ In interviews, Son emphasized the team's hunger to win the Asian Cup for South Korea
• 😱 Saudi coach showed wariness about facing Korea, intent on stopping Son
• 🚫 Saudi plans to pressure Son and not give him space when he gets the ball
• 🤝 Korea and Saudi's head-to-head record is close, though Korea won their recent friendly
• 🙏 Let's hope Son stays injury-free and plays happy football all season!

Q & A

What did Son Heung-min do in the locker room that caught his teammates' attention?

Son Heung-min walked to the center of the locker room and looked around at his teammates, who all turned their gazes to him, waiting for him to speak.

What message did Son Heung-min deliver to his teammates in the locker room?

He told them not to be discouraged and to keep fighting towards their goal of winning the tournament, emphasizing that the real battle was just beginning in the round of 16.

How did Son Heung-min console Cho Gue-sung after the game?

He told Cho Gue-sung not to be downhearted and that he would have another good opportunity to show his true skills.

How did Son Heung-min encourage his teammate Oh Se-woo?

He went up to Oh Se-woo personally to lift his spirits, telling him that mistakes happen to anyone and that the team believes in him.

How did the mood in the locker room change after Son Heung-min's speech?

The gloomy atmosphere lifted into one of hope and the players were filled with fighting spirit and unity towards the common goal of winning the tournament.

What did Saudi Arabia's coach say about strategies for facing South Korea?

He said a key would be not giving Son Heung-min space and having their midfielders aggressively contain him with pressure when he gets the ball.

What is South Korea and Saudi Arabia's head-to-head record in the Asian Cup?

South Korea has never defeated Saudi Arabia in their 4 meetings at the Asian Cup, losing in penalty shootouts in the 1988 Final and in the 2000 Semifinals.

When was the last match between South Korea and Saudi Arabia?

In a friendly match in September 2022 in England, South Korea won 1-0 from a Cho Gue-sung goal.

How confident was Saudi Arabia's coach about facing South Korea?

While admitting South Korea is a very good team, he said Saudi Arabia would also give them difficulties and must beat top sides like them and Japan to win the Asian Cup.

What message did Son Heung-min have for Korean fans and media?

He asked them to refrain from criticizing the players who were trying their best, saying the players needed their protection and support.