Busan I'Park Soccer
K-League Standings - 2011
| Ranki | Team | Games Played | Points | Wins | Draw | Lost | Goals For | Goals Allowed |
| 1 | Chonbuk | 30 | 63 | 18 | 9 | 3 | 67 | 32 |
| 2 | Pohang | 30 | 59 | 17 | 8 | 5 | 59 | 33 |
| 3 | Seoul | 30 | 55 | 16 | 7 | 7 | 56 | 38 |
| 4 | Suwon | 30 | 55 | 17 | 4 | 9 | 51 | 33 |
| 5 | Busan | 30 | 46 | 13 | 7 | 10 | 49 | 43 |
| 6 | Ulsan | 30 | 46 | 13 | 7 | 10 | 33 | 29 |
| 7 | Chonnam | 30 | 43 | 11 | 10 | 9 | 33 | 29 |
| 8 | Gyeongnam | 30 | 42 | 12 | 6 | 12 | 41 | 40 |
| 9 | Jeju | 30 | 40 | 10 | 10 | 10 | 44 | 45 |
| 10 | Seongnam | 30 | 35 | 9 | 8 | 13 | 43 | 47 |
| 11 | Gwangju | 30 | 35 | 9 | 8 | 13 | 32 | 43 |
| 12 | Daegu | 30 | 33 | 8 | 9 | 13 | 35 | 46 |
| 13 | Incheon | 30 | 32 | 6 | 14 | 10 | 31 | 40 |
| 14 | Sangju | 30 | 29 | 7 | 8 | 15 | 36 | 53 |
| 15 | Daejon | 30 | 27 | 6 | 9 | 15 | 31 | 59 |
| 16 | Kangwon | 30 | 15 | 3 | 6 | 21 | 14 | 45 |
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Matt McKay Set to Join I'Park from Rangers The Busan I'Park have signed former Rangers and Brisbane Roar midfielder Matt McKay to replace Iain Fyfe. The 1.71 meter McKay has also been capped 26 times for the Australia National Team, and previously played in the K League for Incheon United in 2006. According to Sky Sports, the 29-year-old is keen to be playing regular first team football and Busan are ready to offer him the chance to escape the troubles at Rangers. I'Park Gearing Up For Hawaii The Busan I'Park have been chosen to replace Incheon United in the Hawaiian Islands Invitational. Yokohama FC (Japan), Busan I’Park FC (Korea), Melbourne Heart FC (Australia) and the Colorado Rapids (USA) will compete in the international soccer event. The I'Park will face off against Melbourne Heart FC on the 23rd of February at 6 p.m. local time. They will play either Yokohama or Colorado in either the consolation game or the final on the 25th depending on their result. Fans can purchase individual game tickets online at eTicketHawaii.com and print them on their home computer. They can also visit the Aloha Stadium or Stan Sheriff Center Box Offices (Monday through Friday, 9:00 a.m. until 5:00 p.m.) or call 944-2697 during the same hours. I'Park Sign Sponsorship Deal With Puma
The Busan I'Park have signed famed sportswear company Puma to a sponsorship contract for the 2012 season. Puma CEO Olivier Laurent and I'Park president Lee Gwnag-suk signed the sponsorship at a ceremony at the Lotte Hotel. Puma will supply the team kit, shoes and other relevant supplies for the club. The I'Park join Premier League Tottenham Hotspur, German Bundesliga side Borussia, and Serie A club Palmero as recipients of Puma sponsorship. I'Park Fall In Japanese Exhibition
The Busan I'Park were defeated 2-1 by the Japanese J League side Sagan Tosu yesterday. The I'Park's lone goal was scored by Kim Ji-min. Sagan Tosu were promoted from the second division after finishing second in the table last season. I'Park Squad Changes The following players have been added to the 2012 squad: Jose Mota (Molde FK), Yeo Hyo-jin (FC Seoul), Bang Seung-hwan (FC Seoul), Lee Kyung-ryul (Gyeongnam), Kim Hyung-pil (Chunnam), Jeon Jae-ho (Incheon), Kang Dae-ho (Pohang), Hwang Sun-pil (Chunnam), Jang Hyuk-young (Seungnam), Joo Sae-jong, Lee Hyun-do, Yoon Young-no, Ku Hyun-joon, Kim Ji-min, Yoo Soo-chul, Lee Chang-geun The following players have left the squad: Park Tae-min (FA), Yang Dong-hyun (Military), Kim Geun-cheul (Chunnam), Han Sang-woon (Seungnam), Park Hee-do (FC Seoul), Yoo Ho-joon (Gyeongnam), Joo Sung-ho (FA), Kim Gi-soo (Daegu), Kim Ji-hwan (FA), Shin Won-hee (FA), Lee Sae-in (FA), Sin In-sub (FA), Lee Gil-hoon I'Park Sign Jose Mota The Busan I'Park are looking to improve their offensive output this season with the signing of Sao Paulo, Brazil native Jose Mota. The 32-year-old striker played for Suwon in 2010, where he was the top scorer in the AFC Champions League with nine goals, though the team only managed to reach the quarter final stage. He was signed on a free transfer from the Norwegian club Molde FK, which won the 2011 championship. The 1.86m striker has scored 87 goals in his professional career. I'Park Complete Training Matches The Busan I'Park have begun their training sessions and played in some exhibition matches at the Busan I'Park Clubhouse in Gimhae in preparation for the 2012 season. The I'Park played a series of five matches against local university clubs, winning four, while drawing once. Results: January 20 - I'Park 1 - Dongguk Univ. 1 Goal: Lee Jong-won
January 17 - I'Park 4 - Daegu Univ. 1
Goals: Park Seung-hwan, Mota, Lee Won-kyu, Mota
January 13 - I'Park 2 - Hanyang Univ. 0
Goals: Lim Sang-hyub, Kim Hyung-pil
January 10 - I'Park 3 - Ulsan Univ. 0
Goals: Fagner, Lim Sang-hyub, Han Ji-ho
January 6 - I'Park 2 - Hannam Univ. 0
Goals: Lee Sung-woon, Yoo Su-chul
I'Park Fail To Advance in Suwon The Busan I'Park season came to an end yesterday, following a 1-0 defeat at the hands of fourth place Suwon. The I'Park had been successful against the Blue Wings this year, but failed yesterday to advance to the semi-finals. Ha Tae-kyun's goal during extra time in the first half was the difference, as Suwon outplayed the I'Park for most of the game. Suwon outshot Busan 12-6, while the I'Park committed 22 fouls. The I'Park can feel proud however to relish the improvement over last season under first year coach Ahn Ik-soo. I'Park Clinch First Playoff Berth in Six Years The Busan I'Park clinched their first playoff berth in six years Sunday, with a 2-0 win over last place Kangwon at the Busan Asiad World Cup Stadium. Han Ji-ho opened the scoring in the 34th minute, off a Han Sang-woon free kick that he blasted past the helpless keeper. The I'Park controlled most of the game in the midfield, and the combination of Eder, Lee Yo-han, amd Hwang Jae-hoon controlled the defensive effort, which secured Lee Bum-young's clean sheet. Yang Dong-hyun's extra time goal secured the victory for Busan, who finished fifth in the standings, a remarkable improvement in coach Ahn Ik-soo's first season. The I'Park will now play on November 20th versus fourth place Suwon. The I'Park defeated Suwon in two of the three games this year, including a 4-3 victory in the last game on July 23rd. I'Park Fall In Ulsan The Busan I'Park suffered a tough loss Saturday evening, falling to Ulsan 1-0. Ko Seul-gu's 70th minute goal was the deciding factor in the relatively uneventful game, which saw each team only record seven shots apiece. Busan had a chance to draw in the final seconds, but Yang Dong-hyun's shot from the inside the penalty box was denied by keeper Kim Young-gwan. The I'Park's loss sends them back to sixth in the table, 1 point ahead of Gyeongnam and Chonnam. Player Profile: Yang Dong-hyun |
Week 1 Matches (March 4) Busan vs. Suwon Jeonbok vs. Seungnam Pohang vs. Ulsan Chunnam vs. Gangwon Jeju vs. Incheon Daegu vs. Seoul Sangju vs. Gwangju Gyeongnam vs. Daejon
Rush Cash Cup Results (6/29) Busan 2 - Pohang 1 Gyeongnam 1 - Seoul 0 Ulsan 4 - Gyeongnam 1 Jeju 0 - Suwon 0
Next Home Game March 10, 2012
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Name : Yang Dong-hyun
Date of Birth : March 28, 1986 Born : Gwangyang, Korea Joined I’Park : 2009 Height : 186 cm Weight : 74kg Position & Number : Striker - 18 He is known for his tall good looks as well as his goal scoring ability. And although he struggled last year after joining I'Park in 2009, he has gotten over the slump by scoring 6 goals and 2 assists this season.
You have been here for three years already. How do you feel living in Busan?
- I had a lot of experiences during the past three years, but my living in Busan has given me great power. I got more responsibility than before, and I realized that fans are very important for us as pro-players. And I could feel, the fans caring heart and love can give power to us and I'm thankful for that love.
Recently have you heard about the Yang Dong-hyun song which was made from the Cha Doo-ri advertisement by Busan fans, and if you heard it, how does it make you feel?
- I heard about that while I was playing. At first, it was funny. But when I get tired, it gives me power. All the players might feel the same as me. When the fans call my name, it gives me energy.
You are evaluated as the best player this season. What are the differences with last season?
- First, I feel more comfortable than last year, but it might be because of my coach. And when I go onto the pitch, I have a good feeling about playing this season. It might be from gaining confidence, I think.
You had a great equalizer this season against FC Seoul. What is your best goal thus far in your opinion?
-Especially, there have been many significant goals this season. I had a good goal in the Ulsan game, although it was a bit leery feeling that the goal had deflected off the defense at the last moment. And also the best goal was in the Seoul game, that one went in clean.
How did you set your aim of goals and assists this year?
- It's good to assist other goals, but I didn't set about a goal of assists, rather just goals only, because I am a striker. And my aim is to get over 10 goals in the league, and I think it will be possible with this pace I am on.
Don't you use Cyworld, Twitter, Facebook, Metoday, Daum or a blog for your fans?
- I don't like to make those things. The reason why, I am quite far away from those things (he was very strict to answer about this part.)
You are the one that has received the most love from fans among all of the players. What do you think about your personal magnetism that you gets you the love?
- (Laughs) Many people love all of us this season, and that causes me to get love from that I think. I had a lot of communication with fans this year, so it might be the effectiveness of my scoring goals I guess!
Lastly, what is soccer for you?
- It gives me many things and helps me to get love by many people. I am always thankful and happy for that. And "it's my enjoyment" in one word !
Translation by Mun Ju-young
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Home Field (Sajik Dong)
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Busan Asiad World Cup Stadium (Built 2002)
Capacity 55,000
Getting There
Official Home Page (한국어)
Ticket Information
Adult - 10,000 won
Student- 5,000 won
Elementary Student - 1,000 won
Field Staff
Head Coach: An Ik-soo
Coach: Kim In-wan
Goalkeeper Coach: Sarychev Valeri
Physical Coach: Paulo Sergio Garcia
Athletic Trainer: Kim Min-chul
Manager: Jeong Seung-eun
Translator: Han Jae-hyung
Coach: Kim In-wan
Goalkeeper Coach: Sarychev Valeri
Physical Coach: Paulo Sergio Garcia
Athletic Trainer: Kim Min-chul
Manager: Jeong Seung-eun
Translator: Han Jae-hyung
Contact Info
For team related questions: Kim Byung-hoon: twince007@nate.com
For English website questions: chevhaps@gmail.com
