Veteran defender Osmar of Seoul E-Land once again scored a goal in set-piece situations. Osmar, who played both offense and defense by scoring eight goals while watching center backs in the K League 2, has become a decisive weapon for his team in the promotion and playoffs.
Osmar was also responsible for scoring the only goal for his team in the first round of the K-League promotion playoff against Jeonbuk Hyundai on Sunday. Although his team lost 1-2, he scored an equalizer through a header from Park Min-seo’s corner kick in the third minute of the second half, continuing his hope for promotion. E-Land tried to make aggressive changes in the second half, and Osmar’s equalizer proved this.
Since joining FC Seoul in 2014, Osmar has been active in the K-League except for the 2018 season when he was loaned to Cerezo Osaka. He joined E-Land after parting ways with Seoul ahead of this season. “I am aware that I have scored the most points as an individual player. Most of the points came from set pieces, and it would not have been possible without the good help of my teammates,” Osmar said at the mixed zone after the match against Jeonbuk. In fact, he has scored seven of his eight goals in set piece situations this season. Kim Do-kyun tried to change his strategy by raising Osmar to a midfielder in the second half. This became an important turning point to change the situation of the game. From the beginning of the second half, E-Land pushed Jeonbuk through forward pressure and rapid transition of offense and defense, and created various chances. Osmar also attempted a mid-range shot himself from outside the Jeonbuk box in the 15th minute of the second half.
Osmar is also clearly aware of his role as a veteran and team leader. “I asked him to enjoy the game without getting nervous before the game, but things can change completely as soon as the whistle goes off. The players also experienced it today, so they will be able to rebound in the next game,” he said. “Since veterans such as Osmar and Kim Oh-kyu have experience, if they block opposing goaltenders such as Thiago well, they have a chance of winning,” coach Kim Do-kyun said, stressing the role of veterans. 토토사이트
Despite the objective difference in power with Jeonbuk, set piece with Osmar at the center is E-Land’s main weapon. “If we don’t avoid it, we have a chance,” coach Kim Do-kyun said, displaying hope. To win the promotion, he needs to win in the second match against Jeonbuk no matter what. Chances are high that Osmar will play at a high ground level, just like in the match on the day. “I will play as instructed above, and whatever instructions you give me, I will fulfill my role to the maximum,” he said, displaying his commitment to the second match.
“Many of my teammates played hard today, and I was able to experience this playoff, and I’m satisfied except for the results because so many fans came and supported me,” Osmar said. “In the second round, I will enjoy the game more and perform without regret.” In the second round in Jeonju on the 5th, Osmar’s head and toe have the fate of E-Land’s promotion to the K League 1.