The day before leaving for Japan, the decisive battlefield for the 2020 Tokyo Olympics, center back Jisoo Park, who was selected as a wild card for 'Hakbeom Kim', was determined to melt into the team and show dedication.
In an interview on her way out of Japan through the Korea Football Association, Park Ji-soo said, "I feel like I should do well after being selected for an honorable position. I joined the team late, but I will do my best to adapt quickly."
Park Ji-soo was initially not included in the 22-member Tokyo Olympic soccer team, but was selected as a substitute as defender Kim Min-jae, who was previously selected as a wildcard, was unable to participate due to opposition from his team Beijing Guoan.
Park Ji-soo, who played for Suwon FC in the K-League and joined the military team Kimcheon Sangmu last month, said, "I think the priority is to adapt quickly. Since I am a soldier, I will devote myself to the team with the spirit of a soldier."
He continued, "Director Kim Hak-beom told me to adapt quickly and be comfortable. I feel pressured, but I think there will be no big problems in adapting because I know players.
Kim Hak-beom-ho, including Park Ji-soo, departed for Japan through Incheon International Airport this morning.
Today (17th), the national team undressing in Kashima, Japan will play the first and second games in Kashima against New Zealand on the 22nd and Romania on the 25th.
(Photo = Yonhap News)