Park Ji-sung declares his own participation in the match: "My condition isn't perfect..." → "Play 90 minutes!" Eboue's surprise reprimand [Suwon]

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Korean football legend Park Ji-sung (45) is finally stepping onto the Big Bird's grass. The key figures who led Manchester United's golden era have announced a full-scale showdown against the Suwon Samsung Legends.

OGFC will face Suwon Samsung Legends at Suwon World Cup Stadium at 7 p.m. on the 19th. OGFC, composed of EPL legends, boasts a dazzling lineup led by Park Ji-sung and Patrice Evra, including Rafael and Fabio, Antonio Valencia, Nemanja Vidić, and Ryan Giggs. Legendary Eric Cantona serves as the team's manager.

The biggest point of interest was whether Park Ji-sung would play. With his knee in poor condition, Park had even struggled to climb stairs, yet he showed remarkable determination by undergoing stem cell treatment in preparation for this match.

At the press conference, Park Ji-sung said, "It was 2009 when I last played a match in Korea with Evra," and added, "Suwon is the city where I grew up and nurtured my dreams, so my expectations are very high."

When asked about his expected playing time, Park Ji-sung replied, "My recovery hasn't been entirely smooth, so I'm not in perfect condition," but also stated, "However, my desire to play in front of the fans is strong, so I think I can manage 10 to 15 minutes."

Hearing this, Eboue, standing nearby, countered with, "No, 90 minutes! No, not tired. It's 90 minutes," turning the scene into a sea of laughter.

Earlier, Eboue had expressed his strong desire to play alongside Park Ji-sung, saying, "I want to receive a pass from Park Ji-sung before I die." In response, Park Ji-sung shared, "I didn't expect Eboue to think of me that way. That grateful feeling was the decisive factor in my decision to undergo surgery." He also added, "It's a pity I can't play in a fully recovered condition, but just being able to play together fills my heart with emotion."

Eboue, who visited Korea, also could not hide his excitement. Starting with his signature cheerful greeting, "No, I'm not a fool, I'm a genius. Hello everyone," Eboue said, "I am grateful for the warm welcome from Korean fans. Playing again with Park Ji-sung feels like a dream. I am truly thankful to my brother Park Ji-sung, who prepared even by undergoing treatment." He further added, "I understand that Suwon Samsung is a team with Korea's best supporters. I watched highlights and prepared seriously."

He also spoke about his connection with Suwon. Park Ji-sung recalled, "I learned football in Suwon and nurtured my dream of becoming a national team player. It was also where I scored a goal in a match against France just before the 2002 World Cup. I even worked as a ball boy at Suwon Comprehensive Sports Stadium. I feel proud to play again in Suwon."

In response, Eboue joked, "I heard that Park Ji-sung was rejected during his past Suwon trial. I want to find and meet the person in charge. If anyone knows their address, please report it," revealing his special affection for Park Ji-sung.

Regarding the matchup against Jo Won-hee of the opposing team, Park Ji-sung wittily replied, "Won-hee is likely to play as a wing-back. If I, not in 100% condition, face him, he might get hurt, which could create bad memories." Eboue identified Yeom Ki-hoon as a threatening player, analyzing, "He has excellent left-foot ability and scoring power. We must be cautious about the activity levels of players who retired not long ago."

Finally, Eboue concluded with, "From the moment I entered the country, I felt a love I couldn't find anywhere else. I am grateful to Shot for Love and the fans who prepared the match perfectly."

This match will be played as a standard 90-minute game with two halves. OGFC set its goal at breaking the 73rd% win rate it achieved during its prime career. As a bold pledge, the team vowed to disband immediately if it fails to meet this target.

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