Inspired by coach Park Hang-seo
Not only passionate about Vietnamese cuisine such as pho, he also shared special feelings about Vietnamese culture, people as well as the pressure and motivation from the great success of compatriots Park Hang-seo.
On the occasion of the Lunar New Year, coach Kim Sang-Sik had the first experience of traditional Vietnamese New Year, from trying banh chung to preparing for lucky money to wish the player. In particular, he consulted Coach Park Hang-seo-who was deeply attached to Vietnamese football-to create closeness and warmth on this special occasion.
Coach Kim Sang-Sik wears a leafy conical tree

This year is the first time he welcomes Tet in Vietnam

Coach Kim enjoys Vietnamese banh chung
“I have refer to coach Park Hang-seo about how to prepare for lucky money to celebrate the age of the players and wish Tet when the players visit me,” he said in an interview with VTV.

Coach Kim Sang-Sik and Coach Park Hang-seo through the lens of Mr. Park’s son
Photo: Mr. Park Chan-sung
Referring to Coach Park Hang-seo, Mr. Kim could not hide his admiration. He considered the successes that Park coach achieved with Vietnamese football is both a pressure and a motivation to try harder.
“The success of Mr. Park is half pressure, but the other half is the motivation for myself to focus on trying. Mr. Park has a great and loved victory. It is very difficult, but I hope I will receive love from the player and fans like what Mr. Park has done, “coach Kim said.
Tet away from home but not lonely by coach Kim Sang-Sik
Despite living and working in Vietnam for 7 months, coach Kim still could not help but remember his family in Korea. “When I was away from home, I miss my family and sometimes I feel lonely. I miss my parents, my wife and two children. After completing the mission in the AFF Cup, I plan to go to Korea to Korea To meet and take care of the family, “he said.
However, thanks to Korean friends and support from Vietnamese fans, coach Kim felt more attached to this place. “In Vietnam, I have many Korean friends who always support and encourage me. At the same time, the strong relationship between Vietnam and South Korea also helps me feel the deep cohesion with people.”
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He is also particularly impressed with the passionate football love of Vietnamese people: “What I am most impressive is that Vietnamese people love football, from young to the elderly. Everyone cheers and supports us unconditionally. I am happy for that. “
This year, coach Kim will welcome the Lunar New Year with his family but not at home.
Coach Kim shared. “On this occasion, my family also came to Vietnam, and we plan to have a short vacation in Nha Trang. Vietnam has many beautiful places that I want to bring my family to enjoy meaningful holidays.”

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The house that coach Kim is lying next to My Dinh Stadium
This year’s Lunar New Year is not only a time for Kim to rest after busy working days, but also an opportunity for him to experience Vietnamese culture and people. With thoughtful preparation, he hopes that Tet days will become an unforgettable memory for himself and his family.
“I feel very happy to live in Vietnam. In the weather, the environment or dishes such as pho and bun cha, I feel extremely satisfied. These New Year days, I hope to understand more about the culture of culture Vietnam and more attached to the players as well as the fans here, “he said.
With sincerity and integration efforts, coach Kim Sang-Sik is gradually building a good relationship with Vietnamese players and fans. On the occasion of the Lunar New Year will be an opportunity for him to be more connected with the team, adding motivation to future successes.