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Lee Kang-in begins new chapter with Atletico Madrid in Seoul training
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Lee Kang-in begins new chapter with Atletico Madrid in Seoul training

From Chosun Ilbo · () Korean

Translated from Korean, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.

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  • Lee Kang-in participated in his first official training session with Atletico Madrid in Seoul.
  • The event was part of the open training for the 2026 Coupang Play Series match against Manchester City.
  • Lee Kang-in will wear the No. 7 jersey for Atletico Madrid in his debut match.

South Korean footballer Lee Kang-in has begun his journey with Atletico Madrid, participating in his first official training session with the club. The training took place on August 8th at the Mokdong Stadium in Seoul, as part of the lead-up to the 2026 Coupang Play Series. This event also featured Manchester City, setting the stage for a rematch between the two clubs.

Lee Kang-in, who recently transferred to Atletico Madrid, was seen in his new team's colors. He will be donning the iconic No. 7 jersey, a number often associated with star players. This marks a significant new chapter for the talented midfielder as he aims to make his mark in La Liga.

The open training session provided fans with an early glimpse of the team and its new signing. The upcoming match against Manchester City, scheduled for August 9th, will be Lee Kang-in's debut for Atletico Madrid. This highly anticipated game is a repeat of a previous encounter between the two sides in 2023, adding another layer of excitement for the spectators.

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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.