Lee Kang-in scores on Atletico Madrid debut, secures team victory
Translated from Korean, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.
At a glance
- Lee Kang-in scored on his official debut for Atletico Madrid, netting the game-winning goal in a 2-0 victory over Malaga.
- The midfielder expressed happiness over his goal but emphasized the importance of the team's win.
- Atletico Madrid began their La Liga season with a win, with Lee Kang-in making a significant impact after being substituted into the match.
Lee Kang-in made an immediate impact in his official debut for Atletico Madrid, scoring the decisive goal in their 2-0 victory against Malaga in the La Liga season opener. The South Korean midfielder, who joined the club recently, entered the match as a substitute in the second half and quickly found the back of the net, leaving a strong first impression.
"I am happy to have scored, but the most important thing is the team's victory," Lee stated after the match, highlighting his team-first attitude. His goal not only secured the win for Atletico Madrid but also marked a promising start to his tenure with the Spanish club.
The match, held at the Metropolitano Stadium, saw Atletico Madrid dominate, with Lee's goal breaking the deadlock. Alex Baena later added a second goal to seal the victory. The performance signals a positive start to the season for Atletico Madrid and a bright beginning for Lee Kang-in's career in Spain.
I am happy to have scored, but the most important thing is the team's victory.
Originally published by Chosun Ilbo in Korean. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.