Queens Park Rangers (QPR) lost to Sheffield United, marking their second consecutive defeat. Starting player Yang Min-hyuk (19) provided an early opportunity for the opposing team to score, leaving room for regret; however, many media outlets also praised his potential.

On the 2nd at midnight (Korean time), QPR lost 1-2 to Sheffield United in the 35th round of the 2024-2025 Championship at Loftus Road in London, England.

With this defeat, QPR recorded 11 wins, 11 draws, and 13 losses (44 points) and remained in 14th place. In contrast, the victorious Sheffield United moved to 23 wins, 6 draws, and 6 losses (73 points), closing the gap to the league leaders, Leeds United, by 3 points.

On this day, QPR deployed a 4-1-4-1 formation. Michael Frey took the front position, while Yang Min-hyuk, Kieran Morgan, Jack Colback, and Iliass Chair formed the attacking midfield. Jonathan Baran protected the backline alone, supported by Jimmy Dunne, Steve Cook, Ronnie Edwards, and Kenneth Paal. The goal was defended by Paul Nardi.

In the early stages of the match, QPR quickly conceded a goal. In the 10th minute of the first half, Yang Min-hyuk lost the ball during an attack, allowing a counterattack, which Sheffield converted into a goal. After losing the ball to Hammer, QPR, unprepared in defense, allowed a cross, which Bretton converted with a header for the opening goal.

QPR launched a counterattack after conceding the goal. In the 23rd minute of the first half, after receiving a corner kick, Yang Min-hyuk attempted a long-range shot with his left foot, but it was blocked by goalkeeper Cooper. In the subsequent attack, shots from Baran and Frey missed the target, failing to equalize.

Towards the end of the first half, Frey netted the ball after receiving a pass from Dunne, but the goal was disallowed due to an offside decision. Eventually, the first half ended with a score of 0-1.

In the early part of the second half, QPR attempted a counterattack but instead conceded another goal. In the 9th minute of the half, Campbell exchanged quick passes with Bretton, breaking through the defense, and scored with a turning shot from outside the penalty area, putting Sheffield ahead by two goals.

QPR continued to attempt attacks afterward. In the 14th minute of the second half, Yang Min-hyuk tried another long-range shot, but it went over the bar. Later, in the 21st minute of the half, Yang Min-hyuk was substituted for Alfie Lloyd, marking the end of his participation in the match.

In the 27th minute of the second half, Frey successfully converted a penalty kick, scoring one goal back; however, QPR ultimately failed to score again, recording a 1-2 defeat.

After the match, football statistics outlet 'Footmob' rated Yang Min-hyuk with a score of 5.7, the lowest among field players. 'SofaScore' also gave him a score of 6.2, which was the second lowest. Both outlets pointed out that he directly contributed to the conceded goal and had low attacking contributions.

In contrast, British media 'London World' awarded Yang Min-hyuk a score of 8, offering positive comments. The outlet noted, "Yang Min-hyuk's potential is immense. He lost the ball during the first conceded goal, but the movements he showed throughout the match were threatening. He could have scored his first goal for QPR," evaluating his potential and ability to create opportunities more than his mistakes.

Another British media outlet, 'West London Post,' stated, "Yang Min-hyuk’s struggles in contests can be attributed to his build and lack of experience. However, he continued to exhibit lively play afterward," giving him a score of 6.

Since being loaned to QPR in January, Yang Min-hyuk has gradually been increasing his opportunities. In his first starting match against Derby County, he contributed to the team’s victory with a fantastic breakthrough and cutback pass, earning an assist. In subsequent matches, he has also made impressive performances after coming off the bench.

In the match against Sheffield, he struggled after contributing to the first conceded goal, but he consistently displayed aggressive movements, attempting counterattacks. QPR fans and local media have evaluated this match as part of his growth process and look forward to his future performances.

QPR will face West Bromwich Albion (WBA) on the 6th. Yang Min-hyuk's ability to make up for the disappointment of this match and leave a strong impression again is being watched closely.

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