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Lee Kang-in Appears in Atlético Madrid Kit for First Time Since Transfer
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Lee Kang-in Appears in Atlético Madrid Kit for First Time Since Transfer

From Chosun Ilbo · () Korean

Translated from Korean, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.

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  • South Korean footballer Lee Kang-in made his first public appearance since joining Atlético Madrid.
  • He participated in an open training session for the upcoming Coupang Play Series match against Manchester City.
  • Lee Kang-in will wear the number 7 jersey for Atlético Madrid in the game.

Lee Kang-in, the highly anticipated South Korean football star, has made his first public appearance since his transfer to Spanish club Atlético Madrid. The midfielder joined his new teammates for an open training session held at the Mokdong Stadium in Seoul.

The event was part of the preparations for the second match of the Coupang Play Series, where Atlético Madrid is set to face English powerhouse Manchester City. This friendly fixture marks a significant moment for Lee Kang-in, as it will be his debut game for his new club.

Fans eagerly watched as Lee Kang-in donned the iconic number 7 jersey, a symbol of the team's ace player. The match, scheduled for August 9th, will also feature a rematch between Atlético Madrid and Manchester City, who previously met in 2023. The presence of Lee Kang-in is expected to draw considerable attention from both South Korean and international football enthusiasts.

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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.