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European media are heaping praise on PSG striker Lee Kang-in (25). Expectations are also high for his potential start in the first leg of the UEFA Champions League (UCL) quarterfinals against Bayern Munich.
On the 26th (Korean time), Lee Kang-in delivered a stellar performance with one goal and one assist in the 31st round of the 2025–2026 French Ligue 1 away match at Stade Raymond Kopa in Angers, France, leading PSG to a 3-0 victory.
Starting as a wide attacker, Lee Kang-in scored the opening goal just seven minutes into the first half. After Ashraf Hakimi's right-footed shot struck the goalkeeper and rebounded, Lee Kang-in quickly surged forward, beat the keeper, and calmly finished with his right foot.
This was his third league goal of the season, coming nearly two months after his goal against Marseille in the 21st round on February 9. Including his goal in the UEFA Super Cup, it marks his fourth official goal of the season.
Lee Kang-in's footwork shone again in the second half. With PSG leading 2-0 at halftime, Lee Kang-in sealed the victory with an assist in the 7th minute of the second half. Lucas Beraldo headed in Lee Kang-in's sharp corner kick.
Football statistics specialist 'Sofascore' awarded Lee Kang-in a rating of 8.1. This is the second-highest rating on the team, behind Beraldo's 8.8.
Local media also lavished praise. 'Paris Fans', which covers PSG news, gave Lee Kang-in a rating of 6.5, stating, "Lee Kang-in not only scored but also showed brilliant inspiration throughout the match," and added, "He delivered solid performances as both a scorer and a playmaker, including his corner kick assist."
French outlet 'Canal Supporters' focused on Lee Kang-in's sharp movement and decisiveness. The outlet reported, "When Ashraf Hakimi's shot was blocked by the defense, Lee Kang-in quickly surged forward to open the score," highly praising the opening goal that broke through a stalled attack.
'Ground News' also identified Lee Kang-in as a key figure in PSG's decisive victory over Angers. The outlet stated, "With Lee Kang-in's goal, PSG has taken another step closer to their 12th French Ligue 1 title."
PSG will face Munich in the first leg of the UCL quarterfinals at 4 a.m. on the 29th at Parc des Princes in Paris, France. Coach Luis Enrique is expected to start some key players who were not used in the Angers match.
Lee Kang-in remained on the bench for the second leg of the UCL round of 16 against Liverpool. However, having firmly secured the approval of local media ahead of the Munich match, expectations for his participation have grown even higher.
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