British media predicted that Hwang Hee-chan (28, Wolverhampton)’s injury will be a big blow to his team, Wolverhampton.
British media “Give Me Sports” reported on the 13th (Korea time) that “Hwang Hee-chan was shocked by his ankle in the national team match. He was even seen in a wheelchair,” adding, “Hwang Hee-chan’s departure will be a serious problem for Wolverhampton, who is trying to escape from the bottom.”
Hwang Hee-chan suffered an ankle injury in the third Group B match of the 2026 FIFA North-China World Cup Asian qualifying round against Jordan at Amman International Stadium in Jordan on the 10th.
Hwang Hee-chan entered South Korea on a chartered plane on the 11th and was examined at a hospital, but was eventually called off after being diagnosed with being unable to play.
“Give Me Sports” said, “Wolverhampton, who is eagerly waiting for Hwang Hee-chan, will conduct a thorough diagnosis again when he returns to the UK. Contrary to Wolverhampton’s hopes, Hwang Hee-chan seems to be in poor condition, with a big swelling of his ankle. If Hwang Hee-chan has to be absent for a long time, it will be a big blow to coach Gary O’Neill, who is worried about his survival.”
Wolverhampton is at the bottom of the 20 teams with one draw and six losses (one point) through the seventh round of this season. Hwang Hee-chan also has no offensive point.
However, Hwang Hee-chan has been recovering little by little recently, and he tried to set the stage for a rebound by using his performance for the national team. However, both Hwang Hee-chan and Wolverhampton had their plans disrupted due to an unexpected injury.
Meanwhile, Wolverhampton will try to win their first win in eight games against Manchester City at 10 p.m. on the 20th at 꽁머니 Stadium.