Kim Tae-Hyeon
CB
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Sep 17, 2000 (25)
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6'1"
181 lb
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Option from bench
Tae-Hyeon (ankle) is on the bench for Thursday's match against Mexico.
Analysis: Tae-Hyeon was back in full training this week, and that has led to his retrun Thursday, as the defender is named to the bench. After not featuring at all in the opener, he will look to see the field to test his legs, as he was originally set to miss the group stage. He will now push for starting time in future matches following his return.
Resumes full training
Tae-hyeon (ankle) has returned to full training with the South Korea squad, according to Steve Han.
Analysis: Tae-hyeon twisted his left ankle during a training session ahead of the tournament and had been considered unlikely to feature in any of the three group stage matches, with the team opting against replacing him given the expectation he could return for the knockout rounds. His return to full training is a significant development for South Korea's defensive options, with Lee Gi-Hyuk having started as the left stopper in the three-back formation against the Czech Republic. The coaching staff will now assess whether Tae-hyeon is ready to push for a return to the lineup ahead of the next group stage fixture.
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