![Director Park Hang-seo “It is natural that Vietnam has risen to the level of the eye…We did it after 2002″[인터뷰]](http://image.sportsseoul.com/2021/01/06/news/2021010601000318000018821.jpg "Director Park Hang-seo “It is natural that Vietnam has risen to the level of the eye…We did it after 2002″[인터뷰]")
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[스포츠서울 정다워기자] Park Hang-seo (62), the Vietnamese football national team coach’s wish for the new year, is to advance to the World Cup final qualifier.
Director Park arrived in Korea at the end of last year and is currently spending a period of self-isolation in Seoul. He plans to take a break in Korea, visit his hometown, and meet his elderly mother. In a phone call with Bonji on the 6th, coach Park laughed, saying, “It is not as easy as it sounds,” and then “I am planning a plan to operate the national team this year while taking a break. I try to spend a variety of time while exercising.”
Director Park had a difficult time in 2020. As Corona 19 made it impossible to digest the national team schedule, he focused on watching the Vietnam Pro League. In 2019, Vietnam took first place in Group G with an outstanding record of 3 wins, 2 draws and undefeated losses in the 2nd round of the World Cup. The best results were achieved between the UAE, Thailand and Malaysia. This year was an opportunity to get on a good trend, but I couldn’t maintain the atmosphere while taking a break through 2020. Director Park said, “It was a variable that I could not even think of. There is a regret left. In the meantime, other teams seem to be doing a lot of maintenance. Still, I try to think positively.” “I have to play well in the remaining 3 games this year. The goal is about 2 wins. Vietnam hasn’t been to the final qualifiers yet, so I want to do it. We heard stories of gathering in one place and playing games, but when it becomes reality, there is nothing bad for us. It is difficult, but I will challenge myself with confidence.”
After taking office, Director Park has done an incredible amount of work. Not only the national team under the age of 23, but also the national team A wrote success stories. Of course, Vietnam’s eye level is bound to rise. Director Park is also aware of this. He said, “I feel that the Vietnamese people’s eyes have risen. Isn’t that a natural result? “We have taken the round of 16 for granted since the 2002 World Cup,” he said. “I feel burdened and have a sense of responsibility. There is also a Suzuki Cup this year, but first of all, it is the most desperate to advance to the final qualifiers of the World Cup.”
Coach Park, who led Vietnam for three years, observed closely last year’s pro league and felt regret as the national team commanding tower. The high proportion of foreign players and the limited opportunities for young players to participate, he said, exerted a negative factor in the development of the age group national team. “Overall, the level of the league is getting better. However, it would be nice if there were rules such as compulsory participation for players under the age of 22 like the K League. If you follow the example of Korea, the level of the national team can be improved as well. I can’t force it, but it’s definitely a model that Vietnam can also refer to.”
Director Park had a small heartache last year. It was because of some YouTubers who spread malicious rumors, such as exaggerating the story that came from Vietnam and that Park was forced to cut his salary or that his position was narrowed by the Japanese technical committee chairman. Director Park said, “It is true that the local media asked whether or not the salary would be cut, but it was never forced. It has nothing to do with the position of the association. The chairman of the Japanese technical committee is also in charge of fostering leaders and has nothing to do with me. I live in the house below and the relationship is fine. Do not invade each other’s territory. That’s why I made an official position through the management company,” he said about Happening.
Director Park, who is starting the new year, said, “Everyone had a hard time in 2020. It was the same for me. I hope this year everyone can return to their daily routine and live a normal life. This is a very important year for me too, and I am always grateful for the support of the Korean people. I will take responsibility and do my part in Vietnam.”
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