"Kim Min-jae can't go to the Korean national team..."A goal to return to the Championship in April" → Achilles tendon is finally broken

"Kim Min-jae can't go to the Korean national team..."A goal to return to the Championship in April" → Achilles tendon is finally broken

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In the end, something burst.

Bayern Munich's main defender Kim Min-jae, who has been uncomfortable with his Achilles tendon throughout this season, is expected to be unable to play for the next few weeks due to injuries in the same part.

Coach Bang Sang Kompany, who is leading Munich, officially confirmed Kim Min-jae's injury at a press conference on the 14th (Korea time). The club then said Kim Min-jae will not be able to play in South Korea's World Cup qualifying matches scheduled for the match against Oman on March 20 and Jordan on March 25.

Munich will play against Union Berlin on the 15th in the 26th round of the German Bundesliga in the 2024-2025 season. At a press conference ahead of the Bundesliga match against Union Berlin on the weekend, Kompany explained that Kim Min-jae will not be able to play for a short period of time.

"Kim Min-jae has some injuries," he said. "I hope it's not a serious injury, but I'm going to miss it for a few weeks."

He continued, "It is already known that there is a problem with his Achilles tendon. It is important to control his physical condition now. You have to make sure you don't put too much pressure on it. I hope it is not a serious injury."

Following Kompany's announcement, the Munich club also reported Kim Min-jae's injury on its official website, saying that the Korean national team will also miss the 2026 FIFA World Cup Asian qualifying match.

Korea will have showdowns with Oman on May 20 and Jordan on May 25. As a result, the Korean national team will also inevitably make significant changes in its defense line.
Kim Min-jae left Naples, Italy, for the prestigious Munich in Germany in the summer of 2023. Right after his transfer, he became a key defender of the team, but he has complained of constant Achilles tendon pain this season. Kim Min-jae did not have a proper break time in Munich this season, scoring three goals in a total of 37 matches in all competitions.

In particular, it has been reported that he has felt uncomfortable in the area since October last year and devoted himself to the team despite bad conditions, such as playing in the game with painkillers.
He played full-time against Leverkusen in the second round of the UEFA Champions League round of 16, contributing to his team's 2-0 victory. However, he reportedly suffered severe pain in the second half of the match.

However, as the injury eventually worsens, Munich seems to have decided to give Kim a break. Munich's general manager Max Eberle said in response, "Fortunately, surgery is not necessary, and we will recover naturally through sufficient rest."

Due to Kim Min-jae's injury, Kompany has had great difficulty running the defense. With João Palinha and Alexander Pavlovic already absent due to injury and disciplinary action, Kompany has to come up with a new defensive combination.

Dayo Upamecano, the main center back, will lead the defense, and Eric Dier and Hiroki Ito are expected to have more chances to play.
The Korean national soccer team also had a red light.

South Korea has to face Oman and Jordan in the 2026 North-China World Cup Asian qualifiers scheduled for March, but Kim Min-jae's absence has forced them to change the composition of the defense. Coach Hong Myung-bo was aware of Kim Min-jae's physical condition and mentioned, "He has Achilles tendon and ankle pain, but he is playing positively." 카지노

However, with Munich officially announcing Kim's absence, the KFA will have to consider selecting a replacement.

The timing of Kim Min-jae's return is still uncertain, but Bayern Munich plans to check his physical condition until the Champions League quarterfinals Inter Milan scheduled for April 8 and 16. Although surgery is not required, Kim Min-jae may need more management for a certain period of time after the A-match break. There is no need to start against Jean-Cette Pauli on March 29 and Augsburg on April 5.

As an important schedule continues at the end of the season, the speed of Kim Min-jae's recovery is expected to have a great impact on the plans of Bayern Munich and the Korean national team.
Meanwhile, Munich's main goalkeeper Manuel Neuer missed the second leg against Leverkusen in the Champions League due to a calf injury. The club said Neuer resumed grass training and had a small personal running session on Saturday.

In addition, Kompany was also delighted with the news of midfielder Joshua Kimmich's four-year contract renewal. Kimmich agonized over whether to extend his contract ahead of the expiration of his contract in the summer of 2025, but ultimately decided to stay with the team.

"I'm happy to be able to focus only on the football now," Kompany said. "It's important how the players look on the training ground, in the locker room and on the pitch. Joshua has been doing very well, and I think it's a good decision for both him and the club."

Bayern Munich, which continues to compete for the top spot in the Bundesliga, will play against Union Berlin on Wednesday. How to fill Kim Min-jae's void is expected to be an important task for the team.