Great Match for South Korean Bae Jun-ho with Stoke City
• A great victory for Narcís Pelach's squad.
• It’s crucial to guide Bae Jun-ho properly, as he is a huge talent for The Potters.
By Oscar Cortes
In a very positive match for Stoke City, we witnessed how Narcís Pelach’s team played brilliant football with a clear game plan. The team came out onto the field determined to dominate the match and proved to be highly competitive.
Throughout the game, we saw Stoke City's intensity never waver for the full 90 minutes. The team showed great collective play, leaving behind individual efforts to connect well in several key areas of the field. One standout player was Bae Jun-ho, who had a fantastic game, providing two assists.
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Bae Jun-ho's Statistics Against Portsmouth
The 21-year-old player had an outstanding match, with Narcís Pelach trusting him to lead on the left wing, and he delivered. Bae Jun-ho played all 90 minutes, performing brilliantly both offensively and defensively.
He recorded 58 touches on the ball and completed 33 out of 39 attempted passes, with an 85% pass accuracy. Moreover, he made six key passes that led to significant goal-scoring opportunities, and he provided two assists in the game. These assists were crucial for Stoke City’s 5-1 and 6-1 goals, one to Tom Cannon and the other to Andrew Moran.
On the defensive side, Bae Jun-ho had several key interceptions and tackles during the match. Offensively, he won seven out of 16 duels, showcasing his determination and fight for every ball. He also demonstrated his dribbling ability, successfully completing two out of three attempts.
The young player is gaining more confidence and is becoming one of the team's key figures. It's important to guide him correctly so he can continue contributing in the best way possible. As Stoke City builds toward the future, Bae Jun-ho will be a critical piece in the project under the leadership of Narcís Pelach, with the team slowly improving.