Coach Yun Deok-yeo aims for playoff qualification if he can spend a season without injuries alongside experienced veterans.
With captain Kim Do-yeon, Jeong Seol-bin, Ji Seon-mi, and others, there are high expectations for their performance. The signing of foreign striker Eva is also a significant boost.
On the 27th, they prepare for a grand home opening match attended by the mayor of Sejong and citizens.
Coach Yun Deok-yeo of Sejong Sport Toto Women’s Football Team, participating in the domestic women’s football WK League for the 2025 season, aims to target the playoffs alongside seasoned veteran players.
The Sejong Sport Toto Women’s Football Team, operated by Sports Toto Korea Co., Ltd. (CEO Song Young-woong), the entrusted operator of the sports promotion lottery Sports Toto issued by the Korea Sports Promotion Foundation, stated its determination to challenge for the best performance in the club's history, led by a veteran trio with diverse experience, including captain Kim Do-yeon, Jeong Seol-bin, and Ji Seon-mi.
Overcoming the disappointment of last season, the experienced players who have shared World Cup experiences with Coach Yun challenge for the playoffs.
Expectations are placed on key veteran players such as Jeong Seol-bin in attack, Ji Seon-mi in midfield, and Kim Do-yeon in defense.
At the start of last season, the Sejong Sport Toto Women’s Football Team created a sensation as a dark horse, showing a sharp performance. With the momentum of the early season, they seemed capable of reaching the playoffs, but injuries to the main players led to a record of 9 wins, 11 draws, and 8 losses (38 points), finishing the season in 5th place, which was disappointing.
While various variables such as the disparity between starters and non-starters and a thin player roster held them back, the most regrettable aspect was the injury of the team’s star striker Jeong Seol-bin. After scoring 10 goals and finishing 2nd in the league's scoring at Incheon Hyundai Steel in the 23 season, Jeong transferred to the Sejong Sport Toto Women’s Football Team and performed remarkably. She has also participated in 84 matches for the national team, scoring 22 goals, making her one of South Korea's top strikers in women's football.
If Jeong Seol-bin, identified as the key to the attack by Coach Yun and captain Kim Do-yeon, can maintain her condition without injury, she is expected to show much improved attacking power compared to last season.
The key midfielder identified by Coach Yun is Ji Seon-mi. Ji Seon-mi has worked with Coach Yun several times in the national team. Particularly, Ji, who joined the Sejong Sport Toto Women’s Football Team in 2012, underwent two transfers and rejoined the team last year, bringing extensive experience as part of the veteran trio of the Sejong Sport Toto Women’s Football Team.
The player leading the defensive line this season is team captain Kim Do-yeon. Having played 83 matches for the national team and leading the defense for several years, Kim plans to share her extensive player experience with the younger defenders to create synergy.
Kim Do-yeon, regarded as the team's big sister, emphasizes that teamwork with the players is the most important. She stated, “The team has been training with the goal of going beyond the playoffs to win,” and added, “If we focus on the first round and achieve good results, I believe we will definitely have a chance.”
The final piece of the puzzle is foreign striker Eva, who is affiliated with the prestigious Greek team PAOK, and she is expected to complete the attacks.
The secret weapon identified by the team is rookie Kim Ji-yoon, who has joined this season. Born in 2004, Ji-yoon is a defender who shines on the field, showcasing impressive speed and powerful plays comparable to male players, which makes her one of the most anticipated players in the new season.
The final piece of the puzzle for the Sejong Sport Toto Women’s Football Team is foreign striker Eva. Born in 1999 and a U.S. national, Eva plays as a winger for the prestigious Greek team PAOK. Standing at 173cm, she is considered one of the players who will finalize the team’s attacks alongside Jeong Seol-bin.
According to captain Kim Do-yeon, Eva is proactive enough to tour Seoul alone after arriving in Korea, adapting quickly to Korean food and culture with a positive attitude. Currently studying Korean on the side, she is recognized as an excellent choice for achieving playoff entry this season.
Finally, the players pointed out rookie Kim Ji-yoon, who joined the team this season, as the secret weapon. Ji-yoon, born in 2004, is a defender whose brilliance stands out on the field. With exceptional speed and powerful play comparable to male players, she is anticipated to surprise the team more than anyone else in the new season.
On the 27th, the home opening match against Gyeongju will be held at Sejong Citizen Sports Complex, with various prizes and events prepared.
Song Young-woong, president of the Sejong Sport Toto Women’s Football Team, expressed that this season will be a source of pride for the citizens of Sejong with good results.
Meanwhile, the Sejong Sport Toto Women’s Football Team is preparing for the home opening match against Gyeongju Hansuwon on the 27th (Thursday).
At the home opening match held at Sejong Citizen Sports Complex, Mayor Choi Min-ho, officials from the Sejong City Sports Council, president Song Young-woong of the Sejong Sport Toto Women’s Football Team, and Director General Lee Ho-young will visit the stadium to cheer for the team alongside the citizens of Sejong.
In particular, this opening match will offer various prizes, including replicas of the Sejong Sport Toto Women’s Football Team and autographed balls, along with various events such as cheer performances, encouraging the enthusiastic participation of citizens who love football.
As the new season approaches, president Song Young-woong of the Sejong Sport Toto Women’s Football Team expressed, “We anticipate the passionate support of the citizens of Sejong for our team in the new season,” and added, “This season, we will do our utmost to ensure it becomes a source of pride for the citizens of Sejong with even better results.”