Han-beom Lee
CB
Back Line Anchor
Jun 17, 2002 (24)
Right
6'3"
185 lb
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Another shot, less defensive stats
Lee logged one shot (zero on goal), two clearances and one interception during South Korea's 1-0 loss Thursday at Mexico.
Analysis: Once again, Lee was part of a defensive trio including Kim Min-Jae and Lee Gi-Hyuk. Like the Midtjylland defender's previous appearance, he attempted one shot, this time an errant header from a corner by attacking player Lee Kang-in. Compared to Korea's group-stage opener, against the Czech Republic, the defender Lee was far less statistically active Thursday. Against the Czechs, he logged five clearances and one tackle won, meaning both's updated tallies were down compared to last game. At the very least, Lee's interception is a new achievement, and he has provided some stability to an unproven defense.
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.
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