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June 15, 2026

Lee Kang-in faces off against his former coach at World Cup

South Korea's midfielder Lee Kang-in is gearing up to play against Mexico in the FIFA World Cup Group A match, where Mexico's coach is Javier Aguirre — the same manager who coached him at Spanish club RCD Mallorca. Aguirre was instrumental in developing Lee's skills during the 2022-2023 season, when Lee recorded career highs with six goals and seven assists before moving to PSG. Now 25, Lee is one of South Korea's key creative players and already delivered a crucial assist in the team's 2-1 win over Czechia.
Why It Matters
If you're following Korean football or the World Cup, this personal storyline adds extra drama to an important match, and Lee Kang-in's performance could impact Korea's World Cup campaign.
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