'A heartbreaking draw' Daegu FC manager Choi Sung-yong blames himself: "My judgment was wrong" [Yongin on-site]

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Choi Sung-yong, manager of Daegu FC in the K League 2, took personal responsibility for the heartbreaking draw against Yongin FC.

In a press conference immediately following the 1-1 draw in the away match against Yongin FC in Round 14 of the Hana Bank K League 2 2026 held at Mir Stadium in Yongin on the 30th, manager Choi Sung-yong said, "I tried to hold off the final momentum with substitution cards and run out the clock, but we conceded a goal in the final chance," adding, "In the end, I wonder if my judgment was wrong."

On this day, Daegu took the lead with an early goal by Edgard in the 32nd minute of the second half and seized control, but they bowed their heads after conceding an equalizer from Lee Seung-jun after nearly seven minutes of stoppage time. The official goal was recorded in the 45th+7th minute of the second half. For Daegu, it was truly a heartbreaking goal conceded.

Manager Choi Sung-yong stated, "We worked hard to create chances and score in the second half. The players did their best and even scored through substitutions. Still, I trusted our players, but it ended in a 1-1 draw. I believe it was ultimately my mistake. I am grateful to the players."

While the chance for a three-game winning streak was lost, the unbeaten streak was extended to five games (3 wins, 2 draws). However, manager Choi Sung-yong said, "I don't place much significance on the five-game unbeaten record. After the first half, I told the players, 'If we don't get three points today, the results of the previous four games mean nothing.' Accumulating points game by game is more important than an unbeaten record. I am simply grateful for the players' efforts."

He added, "I want to use the break to raise our energy levels even higher. I think we should also consider a back four tactically. Players with injuries, such as Sezinga and Seraphim, will return. We will be able to become a stronger team."

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