FC Seoul Prepares for Home Opener in ‘Gyeongin Derby’ Against Incheon United

FC Seoul coach Kim Ki-dong and captain Ki Sung-yong are gearing up for the ‘Gyeongin Derby’ against Incheon United in the second round of the ‘Hana Bank K League 1 2024’. The match is set to take place at Seoul World Cup Stadium on the 10th at 4 pm.

Under the guidance of coach Kim Ki-dong, FC Seoul has made significant additions to their squad, including K League legends Jesse Lingard, Choi Jun, Ryu Je-moon, Iraq national team defender Sulaka, and Japanese midfielder Sagehiro. This strengthening of the team has been further bolstered by the recruitment of Takuya and others, enhancing both attacking and defensive capabilities.

The anticipation for the home opener is palpable, with Seoul having already sold 33,000 tickets through advance reservation alone. This puts them on track to potentially break the record of 39,871 spectators for a home opener game set by Daegu FC in the 2013 season.

Reflecting on their 2-0 loss to Gwangju FC in the first round, coach Kim Ki-dong expressed gratitude towards the fans for their unwavering support. Despite the disappointing result, he remains optimistic about the team’s performance going forward and is determined to deliver a better outcome in the upcoming match against Incheon United.

Captain Ki Sung-yong, who has once again taken on the role of captain, emphasized his commitment to bridging the gap between the coach and the players. He acknowledges the need for adaptation and change within the team and is focused on securing positive results swiftly to meet fan expectations.

As the team gears up for the home opener, both coach Kim Ki-dong and captain Ki Sung-yong are determined to showcase an improved performance and secure a win against Incheon United. They are counting on the continuous support of the fans to drive them towards success in the upcoming match.