AFC Champions League Elite
The contest swung decisively in the closing minutes with Um Won-sang equalising before Heo Yool struck the winner deep in stoppage time, moments after Chengdu were reduced to 10 men.
#ACLElite | Ulsan HD FC (KOR) 2-1 Chengdu Rongcheng FC (CHN)
“We held our ground well in the first half but made a mistake in conceding the first goal. The players who came on as substitutes in the second half took the lead in controlling the game,” said Shin. “I think we overpowered the opponents with our fast-paced play.
“Our players worked hard and I congratulated them, including the fans who came out. We played our first AFC Champions League Elite match in a very difficult atmosphere. I think our players' perseverance and dedication in that difficult atmosphere were the driving forces behind our victory.
“I feel a bit sorry for Chengdu head coach Seo Jeong-won. The Chengdu players gave it their all but I think our players' efforts as it led to a good result.”
Chengdu were left to rue missed chances after the late Ulsan turnaround with head coach Seo pointing to enforced changes as the turning point in the contest.
“We had no choice but to substitute five key players when we were winning. That's why we conceded a goal and lost. It was an unavoidable situation. We had no choice but to consider what was more important to us,” said Seo.
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