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'Lee Dong-gook's son' Daebak selected for youth football project aiming for Brazil among final 12
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'Lee Dong-gook's son' Daebak selected for youth football project aiming for Brazil among final 12

From Chosun Ilbo · () Korean

Translated from Korean, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.

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  • Lee Dong-gook's son, 'Daebak' (Lee Si-an), has been selected for the final 12 of a youth football project aiming for Brazil.
  • The project, 'nova_korea12,' is organized by Funkvism and the Ansan City Football Association.
  • Daebak was chosen for his good goal-scoring ability.

Lee Si-an, widely known as 'Daebak,' the son of former football player Lee Dong-gook, has earned a spot among the final 12 selected for a significant youth football project. This initiative aims to nurture young talent and potentially prepare them for future opportunities, with a stated goal of reaching Brazil.

The 'nova_korea12' project, a large-scale youth development program, is jointly organized by Funkvism and the Ansan City Football Association. The official social media account for the project released the list of the 12 selected players on the 15th, marking a crucial step for these aspiring young athletes.

Daebak's inclusion in this elite group highlights his potential on the football field. The selection committee specifically cited his "good goal-scoring ability" as a key factor in his selection, indicating a promising future in the sport. This opportunity represents a significant milestone in his early football career.

good goal-scoring ability

— Project OrganizersReason for selecting Lee Si-an.
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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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