| Day | Time | Player | Club | Opponent | TV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tuesday | 2:30 PM | Ki Sung Yueng | Newcastle | @Everton | NBC Gold |
| Wednesday | 2:30 PM | Son Heung Min | Tottenham | Norwich | NBC Gold |
| Wednesday | 3:00 PM | Suk Hyun Jun | Reims | PSG (Cup) | BeIn |
| Wednesday | 3:00 PM | Lee Kang In | Valencia | @Logrones (Cup) | ESPN+ |
| Off | Hwang Ui Jo | Bordeaux | |||
| Off | Jeong Woo Yeong | Freiburg | |||
| Off | Kwon Chang Hoon | Freiburg | |||
| Off | Ji Dong Won | Mainz |
Ki Sung Yueng-- Seems Bruce is eager to get him out the door so doubt he'd be in squad even if fit. Bruce implied that Ki also wants to move so we'll see if anything progresses on that front.
Son Heung Min-- Tottenham had a strong start, but continued to struggle to penetrate the box and create good chances. Son did get a few quality opportunities but didn't convert and was less dangerous as the match wore on. Continued worrisome performances from the entire side and the pressure to score has to start wearing on Son, which we know isn't his best mental approach. That said, the gap to 4th remains reachable as everyone above continues to struggle. Probably starts again as few other consistent attacking options.
Suk Hyun Jun-- I assume will be on the bench.
Lee Kang In-- Didn't expect him to return so quickly and it was super early so missed his action. That said, Valencia were down to 10 men so not sure he could do a lot, and from what I gather, had a hand in the one goal by winning the ball. Not sure if he's fit enough to start a cup match, but I think he should be involved.
Kwon Chang Hoon-- A very strong match for Kwon as he was primary offensive force with his aggressive play, both in terms of approach on the dribble and shooting, and his fighting, winning aerial balls and sacrificing himself to win fouls. It almost started off miserably as his backpass to the GK hung awkwardly and almost blooped into goal. But Kwon turned things better with a shot just inches wide first, then scoring a nice goal on the break, running onto a cross and first timing the ball wonderfully into goal. Was eventually subbed off but made a strong case for another start next weekend.
Jeong Woo Yeong-- With KNT U23
Ji Dong Won-- Made the bench but not fit enough to play I don't think as he continues to be training in a rehabilitative fashion.
Yun Il Lok-- Too soon.
