Head coach Jürgen Klinsmann, a world-renowned striker, revealed his determination and vision ahead of his debut match.
Coach Klinsman attended a press conference held at the Ulsan Munsu Soccer Stadium on the 23rd, the day before the friendly against Colombia.
Regarding the national team’s offensive line, he replied, “It’s quite positive. I thought that the level was high.”
He added, “I was also a striker, number 9, during my time as a player. I hope I have time to learn even a little bit of details from myself and share them.”
Coach Klinsman earned a reputation as a world-class striker during his active career.
He played a key role in helping Germany win the World Cup in Italy and Euro 1996, and scored multiple goals against Korea in the 1994 World Cup in the United States.
Coach Klinsman especially highly praised Lee Kang-in (Mallorca), the “ace” of the next-generation national team.
“I will watch all Mallorca games. If I show good form, I will get more playing time in the national team,” he said.
The friendly match against Colombia, which will be held on the 24th at 8:00 pm at the Ulsan Munsu Football Stadium, is Klinsman’s official ‘debut match’.
Colombia failed to qualify for the Qatar World Cup, but ranked 17th in the FIFA rankings, higher than Korea, which is ranked 25th.
Coach Klinsman said, “My role is to make the most of the strengths of the players who joined this time,” and said, “I’m trying to figure out the strengths of the players as much as possible.”
Director Klinsman added that he is trying to learn Korean and adapt to Korean culture. 안전놀이터
[Director Klinsmann’s interview]
— What are Colombia’s strengths and countermeasures?
▲ My role is to make full use of the strengths of the new players rather than the tactical part or the part of ‘What kind of soccer will I play against Colombia tomorrow’. It is important to prepare for the game by using the strengths of the players. It is difficult to say that the formation or tactical preparation was prepared. I am also learning a lot during the recruitment period. I’m trying to figure out the strengths of the players. I try to see the best of it.
Colombia must have come to Korea in a ‘hungry state’. Colombia did not qualify for the World Cup in Qatar. A new Argentine coach has been appointed and the recent results are not bad. I think I will go into the game with hunger. We can also play on an equal footing (with Colombia). I hope it will be a match where we can also get (something).