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Atletico Madrid and Manchester City Clash in Seoul for Coupang Play Series
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Atletico Madrid and Manchester City Clash in Seoul for Coupang Play Series

From Chosun Ilbo · () Korean

Translated from Korean, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.

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  • The 2026 Coupang Play Series featured a match between Atletico Madrid and Manchester City at the Seoul World Cup Stadium.
  • The game marked the return of these two teams to Seoul after their previous encounter in 2023.
  • Atletico Madrid's lineup reportedly includes players signed for significant transfer fees, with one player taking the legendary No. 7 jersey.

Football fans in Seoul were treated to a high-stakes exhibition match as the 2026 Coupang Play Series brought Atletico Madrid and Manchester City to the Seoul World Cup Stadium on August 9, 2026. The highly anticipated game marked the reunion of these two formidable clubs in South Korea, three years after their last thrilling encounter.

Fans recalled the previous match in 2023, which was described as a UEFA Champions League-caliber spectacle. The return of both teams promised another display of top-tier football, drawing a large crowd to the iconic stadium.

Reports indicated that Atletico Madrid's squad featured significant investments, with one player reportedly signed for a transfer fee of 40 million euros (approximately 65 billion Korean won) on a five-year contract. This new acquisition has been assigned the legendary No. 7 jersey, previously worn by club icon Antoine Griezmann, adding an extra layer of narrative to the match.

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Originally published by Chosun Ilbo in Korean. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.

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