South Korea’s national football team faces a setback as key defender Kim Min-jae has been sidelined due to an Achilles tendon injury. The defender, who plays for Bayern Munich, was absent from the German club’s recent 1-1 draw against Union Berlin. This injury not only affected Kim’s participation in the club match but also rules him out of South Korea’s upcoming 2026 World Cup qualifiers.
The national team will need to adjust their strategy in the absence of their defensive stalwart as they prepare for these crucial matches. The handling of Kim’s condition by Bayern Munich has drawn criticism from South Korea’s coach, highlighting broader tensions between club and national team responsibilities.
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