'Even relegation is heartbreaking,' Hwang Hee-chan named Wolverhampton's 'worst player'... UK outlet: "We couldn't bear all the responsibility, but it was terrible," average rating 6.14

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Hwang Hee-chan (30) suffered the humiliation of being named Wolverhampton's worst player.

British football specialist 'Football365' selected the worst-performing players for each club in the '2025–2026 English Premier League (EPL)' season based on average ratings from football statistics specialist 'WhoScored.com'.

To ensure objectivity, bench players were excluded. The survey targeted players who started at least 12 matches or appeared on the field for 24 or more games this season.

As a result, Hwang Hee-chan was identified as the worst-performing player at Wolverhampton, where relegation was confirmed. His average rating for the season stood at just 6.14.

However, the outlet cautioned against directing all blame for Wolverhampton's relegation solely at Hwang Hee-chan. The media stated, "Wolverhampton as a whole was in terrible condition, and it was already too late to save themselves," adding, "It would be difficult to place all the responsibility on Hwang Hee-chan alone."

In reality, Wolverhampton endured severe offensive and defensive collapse and lifeless performances throughout the season. Hwang Hee-chan, caught in the team's overall slump, suffered frequent injuries and recoveries, preventing him from fully displaying his abilities.

The worst players for each club were Gabriel Martinelli (Arsenal), Ramare Bogarde (Aston Villa), David Brooks (Bournemouth), Rico Henry (Brentford), Carlos Baleba (Brighton), Romain Saiss (Burnley), Liam Delap (Chelsea), Will Hughes (Crystal Palace), Thierno Barry (Everton), Josh King (Fulham), and Lucas Perri (Leeds).

Following them were Curtis Jones (Liverpool), Tijjani Reijnders (Manchester City), Leny Yoro (Manchester United), Anthony Elanga (Newcastle), Dan Ndoye (Nottingham), Wilson Isidor (Sunderland), Randall Kolo Muani (Tottenham), Callum Wilson (West Ham), and Hwang Hee-chan.

Wolverhampton officially confirmed early relegation from the EPL on the 21st. With 17 points (3 wins, 8 draws, 22 losses), Wolverhampton finished last in the league at 20th place. The gap to West Ham, 17th with 33 points—the relegation survival line—reached 16 points, securing their drop to the second division (Championship) regardless of the remaining five matches.

Wolverhampton, promoted to the top flight after winning the Championship in the 2017–2018 season, has now ended its eight-year EPL journey on a bitter note.

For Hwang Hee-chan, who has entered his 30s, his club's relegation is a major setback. He joined Wolverhampton on loan for the 2021–2022 season and completed a permanent transfer in July 2022. While he consistently served as a key player, he managed only three goals in 27 official matches this season, marking a poor performance.

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