South Korea's national football team has resumed training for their upcoming FIFA World Cup match against Mexico. Two previously injured players, Kim Tae-hyeon and Bae Jun-ho, have returned to full squad training, with the team psychologist noting the players are in a 'stable' mental state.
The return of injured players and the team's psychological readiness are crucial factors for South Korea's performance in the ongoing FIFA World Cup, particularly as they prepare for a significant match against Mexico.
South Korea's national football team has resumed training for their upcoming FIFA World Cup match against Mexico. The team trained as a full squad, with previously injured players Kim Tae-hyeon and Bae Jun-ho participating.
Team psychologist Han Doug-hyun, a professor at Chung-Ang University Hospital, expressed confidence in the team's mental preparedness, describing their current state as 'stable'. He noted that the players did not get overly elated after their initial victory and are focused on their upcoming match. Han credited head coach Hong Myung-bo for laying a strong foundation and for his initiative to bring a dedicated psychologist to the World Cup for the first time, believing a healthy mind contributes to a healthy body.
Han highlighted defender Lee Gi-hyuk as a player who particularly impressed him with his composure before his first World Cup match. Han's message to the team for the upcoming game against Mexico is to continue doing what they have been doing, rather than pushing beyond their limits.
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