Paris Saint-Germain (PSG) Lee Kang-in scored his third goal of the season.
PSG beat Stade Rennes 3-1 in the sixth round of the French Ligue 1 championship held at Roazon Park in Rennes, France, at 4 a.m. on Sunday (Korea time). PSG has been undefeated in six matches since the season's opening.
On the day, Lee participated as PSG's frontline striker. He was more of a fake striker (pols nine) who descends to the mid field and focuses on connection and confuses opposing defenders than typical strikers.
Lee Kang-in's performance was noticeable from the beginning of the game. In the 6th minute of the first half, Lee Kang-in gave up a sensible pass to Usman Dembele. Dembele even hit a shot after moving forward, but it didn't work properly. In the 14th minute of the first half, Lee Kang-in attempted a low and strong cross from the right side but was blocked by the defense.
His unique pass shone. In the 18th minute of the first half, Dembele, where Lee Kang-in penetrated, sent a sharp battery pass. Dembele's shot hit the side net. In the 32nd minute of the first half, Lee Kang-in sent an accurate long pass to Bradley Barcola, who was on the left side.
Ren's defense had difficulty facing Lee Kang-in. In the 26th minute of the first half, Lee Kang-in passed to Fabian after turning his back on the defender in the penalty box and even shot. The first half ended with PSG leading 1-0.
In the second half, Lee Kang-in's good performance continued and eventually made his team's second goal. In the 13th minute of the second half, Barcola received a pass from Lee Kang-in and tried to shoot, but he hit the post. Lee Kang-in pushed the ball that hit the post with his head.
He also had a great sense. In the 16th minute of the second half, Lee Kang-in intentionally spilled Barcola's pass and Fabian's shot led to his goalkeeper's save. Both teams exchanged goals each, ending the game with PSG's 3-1 victory.
According to the soccer statistics media "Foot Mob," Lee Kang-in led the attack by scoring 91 percent (42/46), seven chances creation, four passes in attack areas, and 100 percent (2/2) dribbling during the 90-minute period. "Foot Mob" gave Lee an 8.9 rating. It was the second highest rating. 토토사이트
After the game, PSG coach Luis Enrique praised Lee Kang-in. "Lee Kang-in is a really versatile player. He has one quality that is very important to the way we play. It is not to lose the ball."
He added, "Lee Kang-in played more in the midfield and he was amazing. I really liked his play. He was consistent and kept the ball when needed. It was a very perfect match."