[Bucheon Field] Coach Lee Young-min, 'Apology Letter' to Kazu: Sincere Advice, Not Comfort — "Players Must Show on the Field"

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"Players must show, not write."

These are the words of Lee Young-min, BucheonFC Head Coach.

Bucheon will face Kim Cheon (SVP) in a home match at Bucheon Stadium on the 25th, as part of the 10th round of the Hana Bank K League 1 2026.

The burden on the shoulders of Japanese midfielder Kazu, who plays for Bucheon, is heavy. In the previous match against FC Seoul, Kazu committed a critical error that led to a goal. Such a scene occurred twice. As a result, Kazu was substituted out after the first half ended. However, Bucheon failed to mount a comeback and suffered a heavy 0-3 defeat.

Perhaps weighed down by the mental burden, Kazu posted an apology letter on social media acknowledging his mistake. The Japanese player Kazu wrote in Hangul: "Everyone took time out of their busy schedules to prepare for today's match, but I ruined the game." He added, "I deeply reflect on my responsibility for today and will do my utmost to make up for it on the field." He also stated, "I sincerely thank all the supporters who have always cheered for me."

Instead, Coach Lee Young-min offered Kazu, who posted the apology letter, sincere advice. There was a reason.

Before the match, Coach Lee Young-min said, "I told Kazu this: 'If you truly feel sorry, a player must express it on the field. If you express it in writing, many people may offer comfort, but you must run selflessly on the field to be helpful and earn recognition from many people.'"

Kazu, agreeing with the coach's words, confessed to Lee Young-min, "I felt so sorry that I posted an apology on social media."

Coach Lee Young-min,, hoped for Kazu's growth, saying, "It is better to show on the field than on social media."

Despite the heavy defeat in the previous match against Seoul, the Bucheon squad burned with determination to secure their first home win of the season. This year, they have recorded four draws and one loss at home. Coach Lee Young-min said, "Losing 0-3 does not mean the mood is down or anything like that. Our players are well aware that we have not won at home. We have discussed this extensively among ourselves."

There is also positive news. 'Bucheon Ace' Vasani is set to return in the upcoming match. Since the match against Jeju SK on the 4th, Vasani has not played due to injury. He has been included in the bench list for this match. Coach Lee Young-min stated, "Vasani needs to improve his physical condition and match sharpness by playing. He has improved significantly, so we will allocate playing time based on the situation."

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