Tue Sep 10 07:09:44 UTC 2024: ## Kim Min-jae Apologizes for Confronting South Korean Fans After Palestine Draw
**Seoul, South Korea** – Bayern Munich defender Kim Min-jae has apologized for confronting disgruntled South Korean fans following a disappointing 0-0 draw against Palestine in World Cup qualifying last Thursday.
Kim, who had expressed disappointment with fans who were jeering new coach Hong Myung-bo, has since acknowledged his actions were inappropriate. “I heard that fans have decided not to boo at future matches, and I appreciate that. I do think my action was wrong,” the 27-year-old said.
The draw sparked criticism of the newly appointed Hong, who is on his second stint as manager after a decade away. Despite fan dissatisfaction with the appointment, the players have publicly backed their new boss. Kim, in particular, is enjoying learning from the former South Korean captain, who guided the team to the 2002 World Cup semi-finals.
“It’s great to be with someone who was the best defender in Korea and who has so much coaching experience,” Kim said. “He can give me immediate feedback and advice. I always try to keep his words in mind and execute them on the pitch.”
While South Korea will be looking to bounce back with a win against Oman in Muscat on Tuesday, the team faces an uphill battle in the third Asian qualifying round. Oman lost their opening match to Iraq, while South Korea is still smarting from their draw against Palestine. Despite the challenges, Kim remains optimistic about the team’s future under Hong.
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