Han-beom Lee
FC MidtjyllandCB
Ball-Playing Centre Back
Jun 17, 2002 (23)
Right
6'3"
185 lb
One shot, four clearances
Lee logged one shot (zero on goal) and four clearances in Thursday's 2-1 win against the Czech Republic.
Analysis: Korea Republic's team opened its World Cup tournament Thursday, and the Reds started him at right center-back in a 3-4-3 formation. He logged their first shot of the game, a 12th-minute header that went a little too high. Between then and full-time, his biggest effort was an attempted clearance in the second half of extra time, with his effort being blocked and ruled out for a goal kick ending the Czech Republic's last attack. How the Koreans will operate in their next game, June 18 against World Cup co-host Mexico, is unknown, but it would not be surprising if he gets another crack at starting for South Korea's defensive line once more.
Recent presence in defense
Han-Beom will represent South Korea and should be in contention for starts in the back line at the 2026 World Cup.
Analysis: Han-Beom has steadily gained experience at both club and international level, emerging as one of South Korea's more promising defensive options. The center-back featured in the UEFA Europa League with Midtjylland, where his physical presence and aerial ability helped him handle tougher attacking opposition in continental competition, leading to an output of 40 clearances in 505 minutes of play. He has also continued breaking into the senior national team setup, where he has contributed in multiple defensive stats across six appearances, adding power to a back line that values composure in possession and defensive organization. While his fantasy upside may rely more on clearances, interceptions and clean-sheet potential than attacking returns, his growing role could make him a useful option in favorable matchups.
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