"Overcoming an embarrassing defeat makes this victory even more meaningful." Coach Yoo Byung-hoon smiles after Incheon win [Incheon on-site]

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Yoo Byung-hoon, head coach of FC Anyang, who led his team to a victory over Incheon United in an away match, stated that "the significance lies in overcoming an embarrassing defeat and achieving a win through renewed effort."

In a press conference immediately following the 1-0 away victory against Incheon in Round 17 of the Hana Bank K League 1 2026 at Incheon Football Stadium on the 12th, Coach Yoo Byung-hoon said, "Last time, we lost even though the opponent had one fewer player, which was embarrassing. This win was about overcoming that."

Anyang had previously suffered a humiliating 2-3 home defeat against Pohang Steelers on the 4th, despite having a numerical advantage due to an opponent's red card. However, today they scored first in the fourth minute of the first half and held firm against Incheon's relentless attacks until the final whistle, securing three crucial points.

Coach Yoo Byung-hoon remarked, "I'm not sure when our last 1-0 clean sheet victory was. The players maintained their focus despite the hot weather, which led to this win. I also want to thank the fans for their constant support while the players gave their all."

The coach added, "We improved upon the defensive issues that caused goals in the previous match and achieved a clean sheet. We hope the players maintain high concentration levels. I am also grateful that they held together under this intense heat. Controlling space was crucial. In the first leg, we were dragged around too much and conceded significant space. Although Incheon's attackers like Mugoza and Perrier are all excellent, our defenders such as Kwon Kyung-won and Lee Chang-yong did their utmost to contain them, which is why we managed to keep a scoreless result."

Regarding the first-half goal scored from a corner kick in the fourth minute that decided today's match, Coach Yoo Byung-hoon credited coach Joo Jae-hyun and the players. He explained, "Set pieces are handled exclusively by Coach Joo Jae-hyun. He studies them overnight and conveys the plans to the players. We saw potential in this approach during the previous match, and this time, through detailed analysis of our opponent, we targeted the first corner kick specifically, which led to this result. I am also grateful to the players who executed it well."

Continuing, Coach Yoo Byung-hoon stated, "We can bite like zombies if needed, but depending on the situation, holding firm—as we did today—is equally important. We are not currently in a position with offensive luxury. With many foreign players absent, while aiming for the championship may be out of reach, it is crucial to keep accumulating at least one point per match to stay within the top six. That is why today's three points carry even greater significance."

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