Choi Hwi-young, Minister of Culture, Sports and Tourism, praises Suwon FC Wi-min's "fighting spirit" at a dinner honoring them after their performance in the North Korean hometown exhibition: "They showed the potential of women's football."

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The Ministry of Culture, Sports and Tourism is holding a congratulatory dinner for the Suwon FC Wi-min women's football team.

On the 15th, the Ministry stated, "This evening, we will host a congratulatory dinner in Suwon for the Suwon FC Wi-min team," adding that the event will be attended by team members, coach Park Gil-young, club officials, and the mayor of Suwon.

Suwon FC Wi-min advanced to the final round after defeating Wuhan Jiangda WFC in the AFC Women's Champions League quarterfinals in February. This allowed them to host the semi-finals and finals in Suwon.

In the semi-final match against Pyongyang Nae-hyang Women's Football Team on May 20, Suwon FC Wi-min displayed their fighting spirit by scoring the first goal despite rainy weather. Especially under significant public attention beyond the game itself, they approached the match calmly and demonstrated both the strength of South Korean women's football and sportsmanship.

The Ministry explained, "Choi (Minister) met with coach Park Gil-young at Suwon Sports Complex on May 23 ahead of the final and proposed this dinner. The meeting was eventually held in July after considering the team's international schedule."

It further added, "Attendees will reflect on their journey through the tournament and share their thoughts on the games, while freely exchanging opinions on how to advance women's football at the grassroots level."

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