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Son Heung-min embraced him warmly

Younger brother Lee Kang-in's sincere apology, older brother Son Heung-min embraced him warmly.

The "table tennis gate" that has hit the Korean soccer community. The incident, which took place ahead of the semifinal match against Jordan at the 2023 Asian Cup in Qatar, hurt many people with a report by the British media The Sun and prompt consent from the Korea Football Association.

It was even more shocking that Son Heung-min and Lee Kang-in were at the center of the problem. It seemed to have been settled for a while with Lee Kang-in's first apology, but the misunderstanding eventually deepened as various rumors emerged without any clear facts.

Lee Kang-in was at the center of criticism and criticism in the process. It was hard to be forgiven for just the fact that he collided with Son Heung-min, the symbol of Korean soccer. As the two players are famous, the world as well as Korea paid attention. The problem that seemed to end in tragedy eventually marked the beginning of a change of mood as Son Heung-min and Lee Kang-in actively stepped in.

Lee Kang-in delivered a surprise news on his SNS early on the 21st. He himself flew to London, England, met Son Heung-min, and offered a sincere apology to ask for forgiveness. And Son warmly embraced his younger brother, who must have had a hard time.

Lee Kang-in said, "My short thoughts and rash actions at the last Asian Cup tournament have greatly disappointed (Son) Heung-min and the entire team and soccer fans. I thought it was important to visit Heung-min in person and apologize sincerely, and I had time to understand the weight I carried as the captain of the team and reflect on myself through long conversations. I would like to thank Heung-min again through this article for welcoming me and responding to me in London."

What could be confirmed in the long apology was the boy's process of becoming an adult. Lee Kang-in apologized without a single excuse and asked for forgiveness.

Then came Son's answer. At the same time, he also posted on his SNS account, "Today, I want to talk about something a little heavy and difficult. I sincerely reflected on myself and made a sincere apology to all the players in the national team including myself. I made many mistakes when I was young and showed bad performance, but I think I can be here today thanks to the harsh advice and teachings of good seniors every time."

"We will take special care of all our players as senior members of the national team and as captain so that Kang-in can grow into a better person and a good player," he added.

It was a time to confirm that Korean soccer, which had been a mess for a while, was back on its feet. The symbols and meanings of the two players, Son Heung-min and Lee Kang-in, are different. That's why everyone was sad and scolded again and again. However, the two players did not exceed the "golden time" and eventually became one.

Lee Kang-in, who asked for forgiveness, and Lee Kang-in, who gave him a warm hug without giving up, were both adults.

The following is Lee Kang-in's SNS specialization.

At the last Asian Cup, my short thoughts and rash actions caused great disappointment to Heung-min and the whole team and soccer fans.

I thought it was important to visit Heung-min in person and apologize sincerely, and I had time to understand the weight of the team's captain and reflect on myself through long conversations. I would like to thank Heung-min again through this article for welcoming and responding to me in London.

I knew in my head how desperate the competition was for Heung-min, but I think all the problems started in a part where I couldn't fully understand the desperation with my heart and with my actions.

In particular, Heung-min didn't listen to the advice he gave me as a captain and a teammate for unity, but only expressed my opinion.

I did something I should never have done at the dinner that day. Looking back, it was something I should never have done. I deeply regret these things.

Respect and commitment to the team are the most important things, but I lacked a lot.

I contacted each of the other seniors and colleagues of the national team and apologized.

I deeply reflect on the lack of consideration and respect for my words and actions when dealing with seniors and colleagues. I promised to have a more correct attitude and courtesy when dealing with seniors and colleagues.

I would like to thank my seniors and colleagues for accepting my apology and embracing it once again through this article.

There are some players who have been criticized together because of my actions. I think I should also be criticized for them.

I'm sorry once again for disappointing the soccer fans, away from the exemplary appearance and duty that they should have as a Korean national player despite receiving too much expectation and support.

It was an opportunity to feel that I was able to be in my current position because of my seniors, colleagues, and many soccer-loving fans who have defended Korean soccer so far.

I know that you are as disappointed as the love you have given me.

In the future, as a soccer player, I will become Lee Kang-in who strives and dedicates more to development.