Ulsan Hyundai beat Beijing in China to advance to the semifinals of the AFC Champions League
Asia’s top challenge in 8 years since 2012
On the 13th, quarreled with Vissel Kobe to advance to the finals
Ulsan won 2-0 with Junio’s multi-goal in the AFC Champions League quarter-finals against Beijing Guoan (China) held at Al Januve Stadium in Doha, Qatar on the 10th (Korean time).
As a result, Ulsan will compete for the finals against Vissel Kobe (Japan) by reaching the semifinals in eight years after reaching the top in 2012.
It is the third time in history after 2006 and 2012. Ulsan will try to win the championship in 8 years after reaching the top of Asia with 12 games undefeated (10 wins, 2 draws) in 2012.
Ulsan coach Kim Do-hoon said, “Thank you very much to the players. I want to convey the words that I am proud and congratulated by showing the strength of Ulsan by ending the game with a zero goal in an important game.” “There were many twists and turns this year, but until the end of this season, there are now two games left. I will make sure everyone can win and return home.”
Ulsan was satisfied with the runner-up in both the K-League 1 (first division) and the Korea Football Association (FA) Cup, not surpassing Jeonbuk Hyundai. I’m washing away my regrets in the Champions League.
Director Kim said, “I am enjoying the current situation rather than feeling pressure. The players also live only in the hotel, but they are creating an atmosphere of having fun playing soccer,” he said.
Junio, the protagonist of multi-goal, said, “I am very proud of the team and I am happy to score two goals. As the director said, the teamwork was good, and this victory gives great confidence and motivation. I will rest well and prepare for the next game.”
The confrontation with the Brazilian trio in Beijing had a different meaning. This is because he led the victory by scoring multiple goals in front of Brazilian national team Renato Augusto, Alan Carvalho, and Fernando.
Junio “They are great players from the national team. Just by dealing with such players is proof that we are playing at a high level. “Running at a high level gives me greater confidence and joy. I am happy to face them today, and I am happier to advance to the next round.”
He continued, “I learned what I lacked in the K-League and FA Cup, and I am doing well in the Champions League. I am trying not to make the same mistakes. I forgot the pain I had in Korea and started again. I am getting better results because I am working with stronger mental power.”
The semi-finals against Kobe will be held on the 13th at 7pm.
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