Tension is rising as FC World Class and FC Balladream face off for a ticket to the finals of ‘Kick a Goal’. Meanwhile, the past connection between Coach Lee Young-pyo and Coach Lee Keun-ho is drawing curiosity.
The second semi-final match of the 2nd G-League will be revealed in the SBS ‘Kick a Goal’ episode airing on the 13th.
In this broadcast, FC World Class and FC Balladream will engage in a fateful showdown for a spot in the finals. As the two strong teams fight for survival in the final hurdle, the unique bond between Coach Lee Young-pyo and Coach Lee Keun-ho, who will engage in a fierce tactical battle, is catching eyes.
Back during the 2014 Brazil World Cup, Coach Lee Young-pyo, who was a commentator at the time, predicted Coach Lee Keun-ho’s opening goal. When Coach Lee Keun-ho actually scored with a long-range shot, Lee Young-pyo’s prediction hit the mark, earning him the nickname “Octopus Lee Young-pyo”.
Attention is focused on how these two coaches, linked by a special past, will compete against each other this time.
Coach “Octopus” Lee Young-pyo’s predictive skills extended to FC World Class’s tactics. Expecting that the opposing team, FC Balladream, would focus on marking “Emperor” Jay, he revealed plans to use Jay as bait instead.
Additionally, he plans to maximize attacking power by placing the “original goal getters” Saori and Natty, known as the “Naori combo”, at the front. It is reported that Saori and Natty showed perfect chemistry befitting the “stars of four championships,” constantly threatening Balladream’s goal.
All eyes are on whether Coach Lee Young-pyo’s prediction will shine once again and lead FC World Class to the final stage.
Meanwhile, former women’s national football team players Joo Su-jin and Kim Si-hyun visited the stadium to cheer for FC World Class, adding to the excitement.
Throughout the match, the two provided expert analysis and didn’t hold back their praise for the ‘Kick a Goal’ players’ high-level play, saying, “They play more calmly and better than I do.”
It is also reported that Natty’s family traveled all the way from Mexico to provide passionate support for her as a key player for FC World Class. Expectations are high for the polished performance FC World Class will deliver with such fervent cheering.
The sparking battle between the two teams for a spot in the finals can be seen on ‘Kick a Goal’ on the 13th at 10:20 PM.
