Kim Yeon-koung's 'Fighting Wonderdogs' Face Former Team Jeong Kwan Jang; Captain Pyo Seung-ju Shares Honest Feelings

MBC's entertainment program 'New Coach Kim Yeon-koung' is set to air its seventh episode today (9th) at 9:10 PM, featuring a highly anticipated match between Kim Yeon-koung's 'Fighting Wonderdogs' and Jeong Kwan Jang Red Sparks, Pyo Seung-ju's former team.

This encounter is particularly significant as Jeong Kwan Jang is the runner-up of the 2024-2025 V-League and the team that prevented Kim Yeon-koung's championship in her final season. The episode will highlight the intense emotions of captain Pyo Seung-ju as she confronts her former club.

Pyo Seung-ju, a former national team player who is currently navigating retirement procedures after not signing with a team as a free agent, is expected to showcase her presence on the court with the strong support of coach Kim Yeon-koung. Coach Kim is also rumored to be devising a strategic starting lineup for this challenging second match against a professional team.

Reports suggest a palpable tension permeated the venue prior to the game, stemming from the interactions between Coach Kim Yeon-koung, Pyo Seung-ju, and the Jeong Kwan Jang players. The unique showdown between 'Fighting Wonderdogs' and Jeong Kwan Jang will air on MBC tonight at 9:10 PM, with exclusive behind-the-scenes content available on the official YouTube channel 'Wonderdogs Locker Room'.

Korean netizens expressed empathy for Pyo Seung-ju's complicated feelings, commenting, 'Captain Pyo Seung-ju must have mixed emotions facing her old team,' while also showing anticipation for Coach Kim's strategy, 'Curious about Coach Kim's tactics! Let's win this time!' and support for the team, 'All the Wonderdogs players are great, but it must be nerve-wracking against a pro team. Still, cheering for them!' Their comments reflect a mix of concern for the player and excitement for the match.