kt Rolster's 'Uta' Lee Ji-hwan defeated teammate 'Dike' Kang Mu-jin 3-2 after a thrilling match in the 2026 FSL Summer Final Stage Round 3 held at the Jamsil DN Colosseum on the 24th, setting up a clash for a spot in the finals against previous match winner BNK FearX's 'Lite' Kim Seon-jae. Today's match between 'Uta' and 'Dike' was so fiercely contested that it went to extra time four times and penalty shootouts three times across the five sets.

Below is the full interview with kt Rolster's 'Uta' Lee Ji-hwan.

Q. It was an incredible match against your teammate 'Dike'. How do you feel about the win?

Today was the toughest match. 'Dike' is my teammate, but I really think he's that good.

Q. What was difficult about it?

'Dike' dribbled really well, but I couldn't respond properly to it.

Q. It was a really tough match. How do you feel about playing against a teammate?

It was great meeting in the winners' bracket, and while I feel a bit sorry for winning, 'Dike' still has another chance, so I hope we meet again higher up. Since there were a lot of goals scored today, I think the viewers had fun watching.

Q. You've been working with Coach 'Elvin' for a long time. Since he's a coach who always produces great players, there is high interest in you as well.

I believe that if I follow his guidance well, I can reach the top, so I don't feel burdened by that attention.

Q. You scored your 200th goal. How do you feel?

I feel truly honored to be the first to reach 200 goals. There are many great players, but since I set the first record, I will continue to develop my strength in aggressiveness.

Q. Your next opponent is 'Lite'.

He defeated many players to get here, so I think I need to improve defensively and perform even better offensively than I did today.

Q. You lost two penalty shootouts. Were you anxious when the final game went to a shootout as well?

Since it was my third penalty shootout in a row, I remained calm and focused.

Q. Any final words?

I've made it far before, but the finish was always disappointing. I want this season to end on a strong note. Please give me lots of support.