Lee Geun-ho announces his retirement from active duty.

Veteran striker Lee Geun-ho (38-Daegu) has announced his retirement from active duty ahead of the split round.

Lee posted on his social media (SNS) on the 16th, "After this season, I will leave the field, which is the whole of my life. I started my professional career in 2004 and have been playing for 20 years until this year," he said, adding, "This decision was not easy, but I will leave without regrets because I put everything into it."

"I am very grateful to the many fans who have given me their love and support despite the fact that I have fallen short. With the help of many people, I was able to get to this point. I will keep them close to my heart and never forget them," he added.

Lee began his professional career with Incheon United in 2004, before moving to Daegu FC in 2007 to get more playing time. 카지노사이트랭크 In Daegu, Lee distinguished himself by scoring double-digit goals for two consecutive seasons.

His success in Daegu led to his first overseas move when he joined Jubilo Iwata (Japan). He then joined Gamba Osaka (Japan). He continued his career with Ulsan Hyundai and Sangju Sangsang. He then played for El Jaisi (Qatar) for about a year before moving on to Jeonbuk Hyundai, Jeju United, Gangwon FC, and Ulsan before returning to his hometown team Daegu in 2021.

Lee has made 385 appearances in the K League so far, scoring 80 goals and providing 53 assists. He played for the South Korean national team from 2007 to 2018, scoring 19 goals in 84 games. He also scored his first goal for South Korea against Russia at the 2014 World Cup in Brazil.

Lee Geun-ho announced his retirement, but will play all five remaining split-round matches this season. Daegu is currently in fifth place with 12 wins, 13 draws and 8 losses (49 points).

Lee Geun-ho said, "I will give my all on and off the field with no regrets. I ask for a lot of support and encouragement until the end," he said, urging fans to support him until the final game.

Daegu prepared to say goodbye to their legend, saying, "We will hold the warmest and most spectacular retirement ceremony for Lee Geun-ho in the final 38th round of K League 1 against Incheon United on December 3 at DGB Daegu Bank Park." 고스톱