Lee Kang-in (25, Paris Saint-Germain) is finally returning.
Paris Saint-Germain will face Aston Villa in the 'UEFA Champions League quarterfinal first leg for 2024-25' at their home stadium, Parc des Princes, in Paris, France, on the 10th.
Lee Kang-in's return match is highly anticipated. Lee was selected for the 'Hong Myung-bo team' in March to play in an A match, but he injured his left ankle.
Lee Kang-in was substituted in the 38th minute of the first half in the match against Oman on the 20th of last month at the Goyang Comprehensive Sports Complex during the group stage of the Asia zone 3rd qualifiers for the 2026 FIFA World Cup.
Lee Kang-in assisted Hwang Hee-chan's opening goal, showing a good performance. However, he injured his left ankle in the 35th minute of the second half. Lee left the field being carried by staff.
Ultimately, Lee received a diagnosis of a two-week absence and was released from the national team. After receiving treatment domestically, Lee returned to Paris.
Lee Kang-in is challenging for the 'first treble by an Asian player' this season. Paris Saint-Germain secured the Ligue 1 title with a win over Angers on the 6th. Now PSG is aiming for a treble with the Coupe de France and the Champions League. If Lee succeeds in achieving the treble, he will accomplish a feat that Park Ji-sung could not achieve.
'Yahoo Sports' noted, "Lee Kang-in is expected to return in the Champions League. He will contribute to Paris Saint-Germain, which is aiming for a treble."
Since joining Paris Saint-Germain in July 2023, Lee has tasted victory five times: twice in the French Cup, once in the Coupe de France, and twice in the French Super Cup. Could Lee become the hero of the treble?
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