(Asiad) Men's football captain asks teammates to lean into sense of urgency
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Ahead of the Asian Games (Asiad) men's football competition, South Korean team leaders have addressed the squad in Toyota, Japan, as preparations intensify on September 14.
Captain Lee Gi-hyuk has urged his teammates to embrace a heightened sense of urgency as they approach the tournament. Concurrently, midfielder Bae Jun-ho is actively working to block out outside noise and distractions to maintain focus on the upcoming matches.
The dual remarks highlight the psychological preparation within the South Korean camp as the squad navigates external expectations and internal readiness for the international multi-sport event.
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Yonhap English (Seoul, South Korea) (KR): (Asiad) Midfielder blocking out noise ahead of men's football competitionFocuses on individual mental preparation and shutting out outside distractions.
Yonhap English (Seoul, South Korea) (KR): (Asiad) Men's football captain asks teammates to lean into sense of urgencyEmphasizes leadership rallying the team and establishing competitive urgency.