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Lee Kang-in apologizes for World Cup results, vows to improve
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Lee Kang-in apologizes for World Cup results, vows to improve

From Dong-A Ilbo · () Korean

Translated from Korean, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.

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  • Soccer player Lee Kang-in apologized for not meeting expectations in the World Cup, expressing regret for not being able to repay the support with satisfactory results.
  • He reflected on the past four years, acknowledging the efforts of teammates and staff, and stated his personal responsibility to improve and contribute more to the team.
  • Lee emphasized that the love and support received as a national team player are not to be taken for granted and must be earned through performance on the field.

Lee Kang-in, a player for Paris Saint-Germain and the South Korean national soccer team, has issued an apology for the team's performance in the World Cup. "I feel deeply sorry that I could not repay your expectations with satisfactory results," Lee stated on Instagram. He reflected on the tournament, calling it a period of introspection for him as a player.

I feel deeply sorry that I could not repay your expectations with satisfactory results.

— Lee Kang-inLee Kang-in's apology on Instagram regarding the World Cup performance.

"The past four years have involved the efforts and dedication of many, including my teammates, coaches, support staff, and medical team," Lee continued. "I am also disappointed that we could not show results commensurate with that time." He admitted that he could have performed better and done more in his role.

The past four years have involved the efforts and dedication of many, including my teammates, coaches, support staff, and medical team.

— Lee Kang-inReflecting on the team's efforts during the World Cup cycle.

Lee stressed that responsibility, rather than regret, should be the primary response to poor results. "The love and support we receive as a national team are never a given, so I believe we must ultimately repay it through our performance on the field," he asserted. He pledged to grow further and become a player who can contribute more to the team.

I am also disappointed that we could not show results commensurate with that time.

— Lee Kang-inExpressing personal disappointment with the World Cup outcome.
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Originally published by Dong-A Ilbo in Korean. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.

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