'Chasing Playoff Spot' Gyeongnam, Aiming for Victory in Cheongju, Chungbuk Match: "Will Approach Aggressively from the Start"

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Gyeongnam FC is targeting three points in their away match against Cheongju, Chungbuk, officially kicking off their pursuit of a playoff spot.

Gyeongnam will face Cheongju FC at the Cheongju Comprehensive Stadium on the 23rd in an Hana Bank K League 2 2026 Round 23 away game.

Gyeongnam head coach Bae Sung-jae stated through the club, "In the match against Cheongju, Chungbuk, we will approach the game with strong focus and aggressiveness from the start." He added, "We will carefully address the shortcomings of our last match, showcase the football we have prepared, and definitely secure three points."

Following a recent defeat against Daegu, Gyeongnam avoided a losing streak by drawing 1-1 in their previous match against Gimhae. While breaking the slump is fortunate, to leap into playoff contention, they must quickly add more three-point victories and build momentum.

Especially, starting with this Cheongju, Chungbuk match, Gyeongnam faces a five-game away streak against teams ranked below them. This is a critical turning point where they must secure clear points to establish a foothold in the race for the top positions.

Opponent Cheongju, Chungbuk has exposed defensive vulnerabilities this season with 25 goals scored and 34 conceded, but possesses strong resilience, holding firm until the final moments of matches. Gyeongnam plans to maintain high concentration throughout the full 90 minutes to break through their opponent's tenacity.

The key to an away victory lies in diversifying attack routes. In the previous Gimhae match, striker Kim Hyun-woo accounted for four of the team's nine shots. Kim also fired a goal against Gimhae, solidifying his position as the team's primary scorer. However, to secure a win with multiple goals, it is essential to receive scoring support from various positions rather than relying on a single player.

Fortunately, the addition of new attacking card Lee Constitutional Court provides significant strength. Lee has been deployed as a second-half joker in three consecutive recent matches, injecting vitality into the flanks with his speed and aggressive dribbling. In the previous Gimhae match alone, he created three decisive chances on his own, demonstrating a threatening presence. With Kim Hyun-woo's goal-scoring sense combined with Lee Constitutional Court's explosive power, Gyeongnam's attacking options have expanded further.

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