"I ruined the match": Japanese midfielder Kazu apologizes in Hangul after conceding a penalty and creating an opportunity for a goal, expressing "deep remorse"

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BucheonFC Japanese midfielder Kazu (30) has posted an apology to fans.

Bucheon suffered a 0-3 defeat in the 9th round of the "Hana Bank K League 1 2026" away match against FC Seoul at Seoul World Cup Stadium on the 21st. Bucheon, whose recent two-game unbeaten streak (one win, one draw) was broken, now sits in 6th place with 10 points (2 wins, 4 draws, 3 losses).

Kazu, who is responsible for Bucheon's midfield, bowed his head after providing the opportunity for a goal twice. In the 30th minute of the first half, Kazu's handball foul led to a penalty kick and the opening goal. In stoppage time of the first half, he lost possession near the center line to Hwang Do-yoon, creating an opportunity for Moon Seon-min to score.

As a result, Kazu was substituted off after the first half ended. After the match, head coach Lee Young-min said, "It is a mistake anyone could make, and it was simply bad luck," adding, "The halftime substitution was not a reprimand but a protective measure to ensure the player's psychological stability and a choice to shift the atmosphere."

However, unable to escape responsibility for the heavy defeat, Kazu ultimately posted an apology in Hangul. On the 22nd, he wrote on his social media (SNS): "To BucheonFC teammates, fans, coaching staff, trainers who managed their conditions until late hours, and everyone associated with this club, you all spent time and did your best to prepare for today's match, but I ruined it."

He continued, "I deeply reflect on today's responsibility and will do my utmost to make amends on the field," adding, "I sincerely thank all the supporters who have always cheered for us."

Regarding Kazu's mistake, head coach Lee Young-min said, "This is a situation that can occur during a match. No Bucheon player who played today was perfect," and added, "It was not that Kazu was lacking, but rather that he was unlucky."

Kazu joined Bucheon in 2023 after playing in Spain and Eastern Europe. He performs the role of the midfield engine based on his wide vision, solid fundamentals, and stable first touch. He is recognized as a key figure who led Bucheon to promotion to K League 1 last season. He has recorded 116 appearances, 2 goals, and 5 assists in his K League career.

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