Hwang In-beom
29-Year-Old
Feyenoord
Eredivisie
Returns off bench
In-Beom (ankle) featured for 28 minutes off the bench in Saturday's 5-0 victory over Trinidad and Tobago, marking a significant step in his recovery and putting him on track for South Korea's World Cup opener.
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In-Beom had been dealing with ankle problems for much of the year but had expressed confidence in his recovery ahead of the tournament, stating he could feel his movements getting smoother each week while acknowledging the need to regain match sharpness through competitive minutes. His appearance against Trinidad and Tobago provides exactly the kind of playing time he needed, and coach Hong Myung-Bo will be optimistic about having one of his most important midfielders available and ready to start when South Korea's World Cup campaign begins.
In-Beom had been dealing with ankle problems for much of the year but had expressed confidence in his recovery ahead of the tournament, stating he could feel his movements getting smoother each week while acknowledging the need to regain match sharpness through competitive minutes. His appearance against Trinidad and Tobago provides exactly the kind of playing time he needed, and coach Hong Myung-Bo will be optimistic about having one of his most important midfielders available and ready to start when South Korea's World Cup campaign begins.
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Should be fit for opener
In-Beom (ankle) is expected to be back for the World Cup opener, the player told Korea JoongAng Daily. "I can jump into training with the rest of the squad right away. There's no need for concern. I can feel that my movements have been getting smoother with each passing week. But I still have to get my match sharpness back, and it's something that I have to do by playing. Fortunately, we have a couple of matches before the tournament."
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Set to join team Sunday
In-beom (ankle) is still in South Korea working on recovery but is expected to join his national team Sunday, according to Steve Han of Sky Sports.
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Uncertain with ankle injury
In-Beom is dealing with an ankle ligament issue he picked up on March 15, according to Sam Joseph of The Athletic.
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Remains out
In-Beom (undisclosed) is out for Tuesday's match against Inter Milan, according to Voetbal International.
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Left out Wednesday
In-Beom (undisclosed) is out for Wednesday's match against Milan.
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