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Lee Kang-in, who took a break, is expected to play in Champs after returning to team training

Lee Kang-in (22, Paris Saint-Germain) took a break after visiting the Asian Cup and will join the team's training from Tuesday. As a result, the possibility of playing in the first leg of the Champions League round of 16 against Real Sociedad is increasing, and the mini-Korea-Japan match with Kubo Takefusa (22) is also expected.

Paris Saint-Germain (PSG) will play Real Sociedad in the first leg of the UEFA Champions League (UCL) round of 16 in the 2023-24 season at Parc des Princes at 5 a.m. on the 15th. PSG came to the tournament with second place in Group F (2 wins, 2 draws, 2 losses) and Sociedad first place in Group D (3 wins, 3 draws).

What drew attention ahead of the game was whether Lee Kang-in and Kubo would make a "mini Korea-Japan match." Lee Kang-in and Kubo were considered the best prospects in the same age group, and they maintained a close relationship while eating together in Mallorca. They continue to contact each other even when they go to different teams.

After failing to advance to the quarterfinals at the Asian Cup, Kubo said in the mixed zone, "I will talk to Kangin in Paris. I will definitely stay in Paris. I will take a break and wait in Paris," looking forward to their showdown at the UCL.

This is more likely. France's L'Equipe said on Tuesday, "Lee Kang-in will return to PSG team training starting this Tuesday after taking a few days off from losing the Asian Cup semi-final. Coach Luiz Enrique said he was concerned about the absence of Lee and Achraf Hakimi, both of whom played in the Asian Cup and African Cup of Nations a month ago, but he returned to Paris earlier than expected due to an early elimination."

He continued, "Returning in the middle of last week, Lee will resume group training on Tuesday. He could at least be on the call-up list against Sociedad." France's Le Parisien also said, "Lee will return to training and is likely to be in the matchday squad against Sociedad."

Lee Kang-in wore a PSG uniform ahead of this season, and a tough competition was expected. However, it was unfortunate, and he was always used as a main player except for injuries at the beginning of the season. Then in January, he was called out for the Asian Cup and was away for a while.

Lee Kang-in returned to Paris during the week last week after failing to qualify for the semifinals of the Asian Cup. And in the following weekend's game, he was not on the list and took a good rest. Coincidentally, he has returned to team training ahead of the Champions League match against Sociedad, and is expected to be named as long as there is no major upset. A mini-Korea-Japan match against his "best friend" Kubo is also expected to be held. 스포츠토토

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