It's no longer 'Cheondeok' but 'Treasure of Korean Football'.
Lee Kang-in of Paris Saint-Germain (PSG), who secured strong trust within the team, scored his first League 1 goal this season in front of home fans, drawing enthusiastic cheers. Of course, it was the first winning goal that led to the team's victory.
Lee Kang-in started in the 13th round home game against Le Havre in the 13th round of the French League 1 in the 2025-2026 season at Parc des Princes in Paris, France, and scored the first winning goal in the 28th minute of the first half to lead his team to a 3-0 complete victory.
As a result, Lee Kang-in scored an offensive point in the last three consecutive games and scored his first goal in the league this season. Lee Kang-in recorded help in the phase match against Bayern Munich in the UEFA Champions League on the 4th, although he lost 1-2. He then assisted the winning goal in the match against Olympique Lyon on the 10th, leading the team to a 3-2 victory. This time, he scored the first goal himself.
When Lee Kang-in's goal was scored, the PSG home fans of Parc des Princes were enthusiastic. He shouted Lee Kang-in's name. The scene reflects the team's position, which has recently been completely reversed. Lee Kang-in was mentioned as a strong target for the team's sale during the transfer market last summer. Several teams, including Arsenal in the English Premier League and Atletico Madrid in the Spanish Primera League, want Lee Kang-in, according to reports.
Just in time, Lee Kang-in also seemed to leave the team in search of a new opportunity. Until then, Lee Kang-in's position within the PSG team was not very wide. Coach Luis Enrique seemed to be using Lee Kang-in as only a backup among the backups.
However, Enrique changed his mind at the last minute. Lee Kang-in was designated as 'No Sale' And after the opening of the season, Lee Kang-in's position suddenly widened. There was an opportunity. Lee Kang-in's importance suddenly grew as all of PSG's key players who were in position competition with Lee Kang-in, including Usman Dembele, Desiree Doue and Achraf Hakimi, were injured.
Lee Kang-in did not just let go of this golden opportunity. He showed better concentration than before and steadily increased his attack points. In the end, he firmly established his position in the team with his own power. It has now become a key resource for PSG that cannot be ignored.
Coach Enrique also started Lee Kang-in as the right striker in the 4-3-3 formation. Gonsalu Hamus in the center, Ibrahim Mbaye on the left and a three-top were formed. The expectations for Lee Kang-in are revealed in the starting formation. Behind the three-top, Seni Mayulu, João Neves and Vitinha were placed. The four backs consisted of Warren Zaire-Emery, Ilya Zavarni, Lucas Veraldu and Mendes. Goalkeeper Luca Schwabali came out.
Lee Kang-in's first goal completely turned the atmosphere of the game toward PSG. It was the 28th minute of the first half when the score was 0-0. Lee Kang-in was reading the flow of the game on the right side of the opponent's penalty area. At this time, fullback Nunu Mendes, who oversaw the attack from the other side, crossed long. Lee Kang-in received this and hit a left-footed shot.
Lee Kang-in's wit was also revealed in this shot. The ball slipped through the legs of the opponent's goalkeeper, who lowered his posture for defense, and shook the net. It was the only goal in the first half and the winning goal of the day.
PSG, which finished 1-0 in the first half, called in Lee Kang-in in the 10th minute of the second half and put in Bradley Barcola. Two goals were scored in the second half. Neves scored an extra goal in the 20th minute of the second half. Then, in the 41st minute of the second half, Barcola, who entered instead of Lee Kang-in, scored a decisive goal that clearly determined the victory.
Lee Kang-in was replaced in 55 minutes to prepare for the Champions League phase match against Tottenham Hotspur scheduled for the 27th. It is proof that Lee Kang-in has become a member of the A-squad, which must be cherished.
This article was translated by Naver AI translator.
