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AFC U20 Women's Asian Cup
Pak Il Sim opened the scoring in the 24th minute for DPR Korea with Kang Ryu Mi adding another to leave Park’s side with a mountain to climb before Choe Yon A put the game beyond Korea Republic’s reach in the 84th minute.
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Park admitted her side were unable to cope with DPR Korea’s strengths.
“We learned many things from this game and I’m very proud of the players, they gave their best,” she said, while also acknowledging the efforts of her staff and squad. “Tactically and physically, this has been a good tournament for both the players and myself.
“We knew DPR Korea’s strengths come from long-range efforts and transitions, but we couldn’t fully contain them. I was satisfied with our initial performance, however our defensive shape was off at times and they managed to take advantage.”
“We learned many things from this game and I’m very proud of the players, they gave their best,” she said, while also acknowledging the efforts of her staff and squad. “Tactically and physically, this has been a good tournament for both the players and myself.
“We knew DPR Korea’s strengths come from long-range efforts and transitions, but we couldn’t fully contain them. I was satisfied with our initial performance, however our defensive shape was off at times and they managed to take advantage.”
Despite the setback, there were positives - particularly in how Park’s team adjusted after the break with the tactician saying they will put the lessons learnt to good use at the FIFA U-20 Women's World Cup Poland 2026.
“In the second half, we did our best to minimise their threats and I feel this team has room to grow. We will use this match and the tournament as preparation for the World Cup,” added Park, who led her team to the Round of 16 at the 2024 edition of the global tournament.
“All the players need to continue improving, developing their skills and understanding, so we can be better prepared for what lies ahead.”
“In the second half, we did our best to minimise their threats and I feel this team has room to grow. We will use this match and the tournament as preparation for the World Cup,” added Park, who led her team to the Round of 16 at the 2024 edition of the global tournament.
“All the players need to continue improving, developing their skills and understanding, so we can be better prepared for what lies ahead.”
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