'Victory after 10 games → Second consecutive two-game winning streak of the season'... Coach Hwang Sun-hong confesses, "I felt deeply sorry" [Anyang]

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After defeating FC Anyang in an away game and securing a two-game winning streak, Daejeon Hana City Citizen head coach Hwang Sun-hong credited the players' hard work and expressed his determination to continue their momentum of recovery.

On the 8th at 8 p.m., Daejeon secured a 2-1 victory in an away match against Anyang at Anyang Stadium during the Hana Bank K League 1 2026 Round 22, thanks to consecutive goals by Ju Min-gyu and Anton. With this win, Daejeon escaped a nine-game winless slump and is now on a two-game winning streak, accelerating their chase for a mid-table position. This marks the first time Daejeon has won two consecutive games in the season since their match against Ulsan HD-Gwangju FC in April.

In the post-match press conference, Coach Hwang Sun-hong said, "It was a difficult situation. When we were traveling by bus to the away game, many fans encouraged us." He added, "I felt deeply sorry and bore a great sense of responsibility. Although it was a tough match, thanks to the players giving their all, we were able to win. We will prepare well for the upcoming FC Seoul match as well."

He also praised striker Ju Min-gyu, who scored the opening goal and performed brilliantly in the front line that day. Coach Hwang Sun-hong stated, "We assigned an unconventional role to Ju Min-gyu, and he executed the tactics very well throughout the first half, making it quite difficult for the opponent." He continued, "I hoped a goal would come from either Diogo or Ju Min-gyu, so I'm relieved that a goal was scored. I hope they continue to maintain their condition well."

Regarding the second-half game management, which was hampered by intense pressure from the opponent, he offered a frank assessment. Coach Hwang Sun-hong said, "How we can harass the opponent in their attacking area is very important for game management. However, after conceding an equalizing goal and falling behind 2-1, it seems the players were psychologically pressured and became discouraged." He pointed out, "There are definitely areas that need improvement from a game management perspective."

Anyang struggled against Daejeon's strong pressure in the first half. On the satisfactory first half, he added, "Our planned tactics worked well. Ju Min-gyu did a great job of making the opponent's defense difficult. Although it is regrettable that we couldn't maintain this momentum for all 90 minutes, tactically, he played a significant role, which is positive."

Coach Hwang, who turned the atmosphere around with two consecutive wins, pledged, "Football is about momentum and confidence. It is important to keep good momentum going." He added, "Every match is difficult, but we will prepare well for the next game with confidence."

Finally, regarding player condition management in the hot weather, Coach Hwang said, "The match started 30 minutes later than scheduled, which was a bit better. However, ultimately, players must find their own routines. Since condition management is an area that coaches cannot handle for them, I hope the players manage themselves well and deliver good performances."

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