Hwang Hee Chan
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Wolverhampton Wanderers’ forward Hwang Hee-chan has candidly reflected on what he described as a challenging season. Despite a promising previous year, Hwang faced difficulties this season, including limited playing time and injuries. However, he remains optimistic about his future contributions to the team and is determined to maintain a positive influence within the squad.
Hwang said: “For me, personally, it was not an easy season. After a good season last year, I didn’t expect it like this. I’m a little bit upset, but this situation doesn’t decrease my value, and doesn’t change what I did here before, over the four years. Even if I didn’t play much this season, I’m still a good player and I never give up. I give everything every single day, and it’s not easy to give everything if you’re not playing, but I’m experienced and want to show no negative vibes and try to give good vibes and positive things. Whoever starts, I want to give them good vibes. I try to help the young players and influence some things. Our team vibe is amazing, and everyone is very honest and close. We always try to help each other and push each other. I feel like I really love them, I really want to see them for a long time, that’s what I’ve felt this season. That’s why on the pitch we understand each other very well.”
Despite the setbacks, Hwang emphasized the importance of maintaining a positive atmosphere within the team. He expressed his affection for his teammates and the strong bond they share, which he believes is crucial for their on-field understanding and performance.
Hwang continued: “This season I got some injuries, but injuries I can handle. When I’m injured, I try to be healthy as soon as possible. Before training I prepare everything and after I try to do everything to recover for the next day, next session. I hope I don’t get many injuries next season and if I’m not injured, I know I can really help my team a lot. I hope next season everything will be okay. Our results have been not bad, our team spirit is amazing, we trust each other, and I think we will be better next season.”
Hwang’s highlight of the season was his goal in the 2-2 draw against Tottenham Hotspur, a moment made special by the presence of many Korean fans, despite their inability to cheer openly due to their seating arrangements. Looking ahead, Hwang is set to reunite with fellow South Korean Heung-min Son as they aim to lead their national team to success in the upcoming World Cup qualifiers.
Hwang said: “Many Korean people visited and against Sonny (Spurs skipper Heung-min Son), it’s always special against him. That game I scored and heard many Korean people wanted to shout, but they couldn’t because they were in the Tottenham seats. It was so good to play there and to score. It was a very special goal.”
As Hwang prepares to join the South Korean national team, he remains focused on achieving positive results at the World Cup, aiming not just to participate but to make a significant impact for his country and its supporters.
Hwang added: “We know we are a really good team and can win the next two games. We have to go with everything. Iraq are not easy to play, we know that, but we’ve played for a long time together, we know each other very well, not like here (at Wolves), but we know each other well. It’s a very important game. We still talk about the last World Cup. I’ve already played at two, so the next would be my third. I know the feeling and I know what mentality to go with. We don’t want to go to the World Cup just to play, we really want good results for the fans and for our country. Many players know that, so we’ll give everything.”
Hwang’s determination and positive outlook serve as an inspiration to both his club and national teammates, as he continues to strive for excellence on and off the field.
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