Hwang Hee-chan returned to action in an away match against Fulham in the 12th round of the 2024-2025 English Premier League (EPL) season at Craven Cottage Stadium in London on the 24th (Korean time). London｜AP News”/>
Wolverhampton Hwang Hee-chan returned to action in an away match against Fulham in the 12th round of the 2024-2025 English Premier League (EPL) season at Craven Cottage Stadium in London on the 24th (Korean time). London｜AP News
Hwang Hee-chan (28, Wolverhampton) shook off his injury and started stretching again.
Hwang Hee-chan replaced Rodrigo Gomes in the 47th minute of the 2024-2025 season English Premier League (EPL) 12th round away game against Fulham at Craven Cottage Stadium in London on the 24th (Korean time) and played on the pitch for 6 minutes. Even after conceding a goal to Fulham Alex Iwobi in the 20th minute of the first half, the team took the lead with multiple goals from Mateusz Cunha (31st and 42nd minutes of the first half) and additional goals from Joao Gomes (7th minute of the second half) and Gonzalo Guedes (50th minute of the second half). We won 4-1.
With this, Wolverhampton expressed hope of escaping from the relegation zone (18th to 20th places) with 2 wins, 3 draws, 7 losses, and 9 points. They were in a major crisis with no wins (3 draws, 7 losses) in their opening 10 games, but they changed the mood by defeating Southampton (2-0 win) on the 10th and Fulham on the same day. Fulham, who had stopped on a two-game winning streak, could not get out of the mid-table with 5 wins, 3 draws, and 4 losses, and 18 points.
Hwang Hee-chan joined the national soccer team led by coach Hong Myung-bo last month and started in the 2026 North, Central America World Cup Asia Final Qualifying Group B away game against Jordan on October 10, but was replaced 23 minutes after kickoff due to an ankle injury. Due to the injury, he was unable to play afterward, and also skipped the 5th and 6th games away from Kuwait and Palestine in November in Group B of the North and Central America World Cup Asian final qualifiers.
Although I am not in normal condition yet, I hope to quickly shake off the repeated trials this season. He played well with 12 goals and 3 assists in 29 league games last season, but has no offensive points in 7 games this season. His position is also ambiguous, as he was unable to start for the last time in the second round match against Chelsea on August 25th.
After the match against Fulham that day, Hwang Hee-chan met with reporters and said, “There is still pain in the injured area, so I am continuing to receive treatment. “I think because of this, coach (Gary O’Neill) used me as a replacement,” he said. “I’m happy to be able to return and work with my teammates.”
Despite the concerns around him about his physical condition, all he can think about is Wolverhampton and the national team. He said, “I had little experience with ankle injuries, so I sought a lot of advice from those around me. “I heard that I had to exercise while enduring the pain while my ankle was recovering, so I recently exercised through the pain,” he said. “I was so frustrated that the treatment was taking longer than expected, so I contacted the people who helped me on the national team and asked for help. “I want to regain my normal condition as soon as possible and contribute to Wolverhampton and the national team,” he pledged.
London｜Correspondent Heo Yu-mi
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* Given Hwang Hee-chan’s past struggles with injuries and his recent return from this ankle injury, what specific aspects of his game might Wolves need to manage carefully to ensure his long-term health and performance?
## Hwang Hee-chan’s Return: A Conversation with Experts
**Welcome to World Today News. Today we’re discussing the recent return of Hwang Hee-chan to the Wolverhampton Wanderers lineup after recovering from an ankle injury. To help us understand the implications of this news, we’re joined by two esteemed guests:**
* **[Guest 1 Name], a football analyst specializing in the English Premier League.**
* **[Guest 2 Name], a sports physician with expertise in athlete rehabilitation.**
**Thank you both for joining us.**
**Section 1: Comeback and Performance**
**Host:** Hwang Hee-chan made a notable return in the Wolves’ victory against Fulham, coming on as a substitute.
* **[Guest 1], how did you assess Hwang Hee-chan’s performance considering his recent injury and limited playing time?**
* **[Guest 2], what factors might have influenced the decision to bring him on late in the game? It seems Wolves may be carefully managing his return.**
**Section 2: Recovery and Impact on the Team**
**Host:** Hwang Hee-chan’s injury came at a crucial time, during the international break while playing for South Korea.
* **[Guest 2], can you shed some light on the nature of ankle injuries and the rehabilitation process typically involved?**
* **[Guest 1], how significant is Hwang Hee-chan’s return for Wolverhampton’s prospects this season, considering their recent struggles and goal-scoring issues?**
**Section 3: National Team Aspirations and Health Concerns**
**Host:** There are undoubtedly hopes that Hwang Hee-chan will regain his full form and contribute to the South Korean national team for the upcoming World Cup qualifiers.
* **[Guest 1], how important is Hwang Hee-chan to the South Korean national team’s attacking strategy, and what will be the impact if he can’t actively participate in the qualifiers?**
* **[Guest 2], from a medical standpoint, what are the potential risks of rushing a player back from an injury, particularly one with international responsibilities? What advice would you give to both Hwang Hee-chan and the Korean FA regarding his recovery plan?**
**Section 4: Looking Ahead**
**Host:** Before we conclude, we want to hear your final thoughts on Hwang Hee-chan’s future.
* **[Guest 1], what are your predictions for Hwang Hee-chan this season? Can he regain his previous form and become a key player for Wolves again?**
* **[Guest 2], what are the most important factors for Hwang Hee-chan to consider as he continues his recovery and strives to reach peak performance?**
**Thank you to our guests for sharing their valuable insights. We wish Hwang Hee-chan a healthy and successful return to top form.
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