Passion beyond Lee Jung-hyo, shouting afternoons... The federation is reviewing the reward and punishment committee
Passion beyond Lee Jung-hyo, shouting afternoons... The federation is reviewing the reward and punishment committee
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In front of soccer fans who visited the stadium on Children's Day, controversy caused by excessive passion of Gwangju FC coach Lee Jung-hyo is spreading. The Korean Professional Football Federation is considering sending Lee to the committee for reward and punishment.
In the home game of the 12th round of the 2025 K League 1 held at Gwangju World Cup Stadium on the 5th, Lee ran to the ground with an angry look after the first half, shouted at the striker Oh Moon-sung and even pushed him hard. Gwangju players hugged Lee from both sides and headed to the locker room, and some of their teammates were seen on the live TV screen to soothe Oh Moon-sung. It is pointed out that even if Lee's reprimand was intended to boost the player's performance, it was inappropriate. This is especially true because there were not a few children's fans who visited the stadium for Children's Day. Lee's actions caused controversy over bullying and overuse of power at work. It was also pointed out that punishment should be given because it is actually an assault. Even the scene where manager Lee hugged Oh Moon-sung after the game was cast an unfavorable gaze on "Isn't it gaslighting?"
As the controversy continued, the federation started to investigate facts by requesting the Gwangju club to submit a written report on the situation on July 7 after the holiday. It is also considering whether to start disciplinary proceedings. "Inside, we don't see it as a 'problem'," a Gwangju official said. "We had training and meetings as usual. There is nothing inconvenient about communication." 토토사이트
In a meeting with reporters before the match on Saturday, Lee said, "Don't you think you should set an example to children? From the perspective of children, let's not do anything that can raise eyebrows. I will be more careful today." After the match, Lee said, "The team comes first. I don't want to look good to anyone. My image is not important. What matters is our team and players."