Hong Myung-bo Criticizes Bayern Munich Over Kim Min-jae Injury Handling

South Korea's head coach Hong Myung-bo has criticized Bayern Munich for their handling of defender Kim Min-jae's Achilles tendon injury, which will keep him out of crucial World Cup qualifiers against Oman and Jordan. Hong stated that Bayern failed to properly protect Kim, who had been experiencing pain for some time, and emphasized that the club should have recognized the warning signs of his condition. Kim's absence is significant as he is a key player for both Bayern Munich and the South Korean national team. Bayern coach Vincent Kompany confirmed that Kim will be sidelined for several weeks, marking a setback for the national team as they aim for World Cup qualification. Hong highlighted the importance of player safety, asserting that playing Kim in important matches would contradict their principles of protection. The situation raises questions about player management and injury prevention at Bayern Munich, particularly regarding their treatment of players' fitness.