The club's first permanent absence...the beginning of a second life as a leader
Ko Yo-han 36, who retired after playing for FC Seoul until last season, shed tears at the retirement ceremony held in front of his home fans.
The Seoul club designated the match against the Pohang Steelers at the Seoul World Cup Stadium as a "Silent Day" on the 13th and held a retirement ceremony and a permanent absentee ceremony.
A "Silent Special Zone" was set up in the North Square of the Seoul World Cup Stadium to display materials such as trophies and photos owned by Ko Yo-han.
Before kick-off, the Seoul club delivered a uniform with the number 13 engraved on it and a thank-you plaque to Ko Yo-han. Seoul coach Kim Ki-dong and Pohang coach Park Tae-ha handed a bouquet of flowers to Ko Yo-han.
After that, he announced the start of the game with a poem celebration by Ko Yo-han.
During the game, supporters applauded for one minute in the 13th minute of the first half to remember Ko Yo-han's number as an active player and the first permanent number in the history of the Seoul club.
After the game, retirement dedication videos, retirement ceremonies and permanent absenteeism ceremonies were held.
In addition, Ko Yo-han took a group photo with fans in front of the Seoul supporters' seats and said goodbye.
Ko Yo-han, who joined Seoul in 2004 and made his debut in the first division in 2006, has played for only one team.
He played in a total of 446 matches in Seoul, including 366 matches in the K-League, 25 matches in the Korea Football Association FA Cup, and 55 matches in the Asian Football Confederation AFC Champions League, scoring 40 goals and 39 assists.
He also won a total of six K-League titles in Seoul 2010, 2012, 2016, FA Cup currently Korea Cup once 2015, and League Cup twice 2006, 2010.
As a member of the national team, he played 21 A matches, including participating in the 2018 World Cup in Russia.
Ko Yo-han, who wore Seoul's captain's armband between 2018 and 2020, was also named the first permanent absentee of the Seoul club as his registration number 13 was permanently absent along with the announcement of his retirement in February this year.
After finishing his career, Ko Yo-han started his leadership career as a coach at Osan High School, a youth team in Seoul, and continues his relationship with Seoul.
"I feel relieved. Seeing the players play, I wanted to reverse my retirement," Ko said, smiling. "It was such an honor to have time as a player. It was a great reward for me."
"I vowed not to cry until my retirement ceremony came, but when my parents' video came out, I cried a lot. They sacrificed for me and took care of me with their love. So I was able to grow into a good player. I had mixed feelings and shed tears."
Ko Yo-han, who picked the champion as her favorite moment, said, "I regret the most about being the runner-up in the 2013 ALC. If I could go back, I want to go back to that time. If I really tried my best, I think the result would have been different."
"It's a place that gave me my dream. It made me achieve everything. It's always like a family, and I love it a lot because it's a place where I've devoted half of my life," Ko said of the Seoul club.
"I feel good because I've been recognized for playing fiercely for 20 years," he said, becoming the club's first permanent absentee.
Ko said it was a good choice to stay in Seoul instead of going overseas. "As a player, going overseas is a big challenge. I wanted that, but I listened to people's advice and worked diligently thinking that I hope it goes as it went. I'm glad that the result was satisfactory."
Ko Yo-han, who is starting her second life as a leader, said, "It's only been four months, but I want to foster a player who can play all positions with dedication, determination, and determination for the team."
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