After Korea's 3-2 victory over Iraq in the World Qualifier 18, international player Lee Jae-seong was interviewed by the media. He first talked about the loneliness and pressure he felt due to the absence of his best friend, but said he hoped to set an example for his juniors through practical actions and was very happy with the result of the match. Lee Jae-seong especially mentioned the outstanding performance of the young players in the match and believed that the two matches provided them with valuable growth opportunities.
Speaking about his performance, Lee Jae-Seong showed great humility, believing that his goal was just a natural result of the passes that were in place, and more importantly, the team's smooth communication and natural movements on the field. He emphasized that he went on the field with a happy mood and thus was able to play well. Meanwhile, Lee Jae-seong also appreciated coach Hong Myung-bu's coaching style, saying that the coach gives his players a lot of autonomy, prefers organized defense and flexibly adjusts the formation according to the game situation, which makes the players feel comfortable on the field.
In addition, Lee Jae-seong talked about his good friend Son. He said that he took the initiative to contact Sun Xingyu and felt sorry for not being able to play with him, but hoped that he could get enough rest. Lee Jae-seong once again realized how much responsibility Sun Xingyu has on his shoulders and expressed his understanding and support for him. Finally, Lee Jae-seong also expressed his concern for the players who were unable to play, saying that it was very difficult for them to come to the national team and not be able to play, but still gave a lot to the team. He hoped that everyone would remember these players and cheer them on.
