'Unbelievable fervor...Seoul shook just with Lee Kang-in's appearance,' Spanish media surprised
Translated from Korean, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.
At a glance
- Lee Kang-in made his debut for Atletico Madrid in a friendly match in Seoul.
- The stadium buzzed with excitement upon his entry, and he nearly scored an equalizer.
- Despite the player's impact, Atletico Madrid did not secure a victory in the match.
Lee Kang-in made his highly anticipated debut for Atletico Madrid in a preseason friendly against Manchester City held in Seoul. The atmosphere at the Seoul World Cup Stadium intensified significantly when the 25-year-old midfielder was substituted into the game.
Fans erupted with excitement as Lee took the field, with the stadium reportedly shaking from the roar of the crowd. He quickly made his presence felt, creating chances and even coming close to scoring the equalizing goal for his new team. His performance demonstrated flashes of the skill and dynamism that led to his transfer.
However, despite Lee Kang-in's energetic contribution and the palpable enthusiasm he generated, Atletico Madrid ultimately could not secure a win in the match. Spanish sports outlet AS noted that Lee's "festival was thwarted at the end," highlighting the dramatic nature of the game and the missed opportunity for a victory despite the player's impactful debut.
Originally published by Chosun Ilbo in Korean. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.