Korea's Strong Performance Against Uruguay...Foreign Media: "Dominated First Half but Failed to Create Chances"

Leading the game until halftime
Reuters: Uruguay falters meeting "motivated and lively" Han
NYT: "Uruguay frustrated but failed to create clear chances"

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[Asia Economy Reporter Seomideum] In the first match of Group H in the 2022 FIFA Qatar World Cup group stage, South Korea drew 0-0 against Uruguay, receiving praise from major foreign media. However, the inability to create clear scoring opportunities was pointed out as a regrettable aspect.

The American sports media outlet ESPN stated, "Although the final possession was 56% to 44% in favor of Uruguay, South Korea did not allow their opponent to demonstrate true fluidity," adding, "This kind of performance against the 14th ranked team in the FIFA rankings is a good sign for South Korea as they face Ghana next."

The American media The Athletic also analyzed, "Uruguay launched several sharp counterattacks in the first half, but technically superior South Korea controlled the game."

Reuters introduced the South Korean national team as an "enthusiastic and energetic team," noting that they unsettled Uruguay.

However, the failure to create clear chances was highlighted as a downside. The BBC evaluated, "South Korea dominated the first half, but Uruguay gradually took control of the game, and in the final moments of the second half, Valverde's shot hit the post, almost securing a win."

The New York Times also reported, "South Korean players frustrated Uruguay but failed to create clear opportunities."

Our national team will face Ghana at the same venue on the 28th at 10 PM Korea Standard Time.