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10MA TOPICS! [KOREA FA] Suqad for the final round of AFC Worldcup qualifying confirmed

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10passion

August 30, 2016

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On August 22, the Korean national team, led by coach Uli Stileike, confirmed the 21 players who will play in the final round of AFC World Cup qualifying. These players will fight face China and Syria respectively.

The most conspicuous aspect of the squad was an influx of the Olympic players. Hwang Heechan who played as a center forward in Rio was called by the German coach. Hwang scored in the second game of the group C qualifying showing strong penetration skills and creativity.

Other Olympic teammates including Suk Hyunjun, Son Heungmin and Kwon Changhoon also joined the team. These young players are expected to bring a harmony with Koo, Lee Chungyong and Ki Sungyeong.

Oh Jaesuk was called for the first time in his career. Oh is expected to play solidly in the defense line along with Kim Younggwon, Hong Jeongho and Jang Hyunsoo. Kim Minhyeok re-joined the team for the first time since 2015 EAFF Ease Asian Cup......

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