[On-site Interview] "I am half-Korean and an Incheon citizen," moved by being selected for Team K League's first match... Mugoza vows: "I will play with a sense of responsibility"

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"I am half-Korean and an Incheon citizen."

Incheon United striker Mugoza expressed pride in being selected for Team K League's first match.

At a press conference held on the 4th at Bucheon Stadium for the first match of the '2026 Coupang Play Series' against Manchester City (England), Mugoza said, "It is an immense honor to have the opportunity to play as a representative of Team K League," and conveyed his gratitude, adding, "Thank you for choosing me."

The press conference was attended by Jeong Jeong-yong, newly appointed head coach of Jeonbuk Hyundai Motors who will lead Team K League, and Ulsan HD ace Lee Dong-gyeong.

Incheon's key striker Stefan Mugoza is a long-serving foreign player active in the K League from 2018 to this year. Although he briefly played for Japanese J-League club Vissel Kobe during 2022–2023, he quickly returned to Incheon. This season, Mugoza scored eight goals, ranking third in the league's scoring chart. At Incheon, his tally represents the team's highest goal count.

Despite his consistent performance, Mugoza was rarely selected for Team K League until now. After a long wait, he finally secured this opportunity this year.

Mugoza emphasized, "I am proud to be selected for Team K League for the first time. Korea is my second home, and I am half-Korean and an Incheon citizen. With that in mind, I will play with a sense of responsibility representing Incheon, its fans, the K League, and my family."

He continued, "I believe this is a great opportunity to learn from the new coach and coaching staff. Having spoken with my teammates, I feel we have been matched against a strong team. Since this is my first selection for Team K League, I want to learn as much as possible," he explained.

Team K League will face the English Premier League powerhouse Manchester City at Seoul World Cup Stadium at 8 p.m. tomorrow, the 5th.

Mugoza said, "Manchester City has many excellent players," and added, "I look forward to facing Mateo Kovacic, a Croatian player I have played against twice while representing Montenegro."

As expected of a striker, Mugoza also expressed his desire for goals. He stated, "I have never played with Team K League members before. I am looking forward to playing alongside talented players. It will be fun."

He added, "As a striker, I need many well-placed passes. I am looking forward to that in today's match."

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