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Lee Yoo-Hyung
| Full name |
Lee Yoo-Hyung |
| Date of birth |
(1911-01-21)January 21, 1911 |
| Place of birth |
Sinch'ŏn, Hwanghaedo, Korea |
| Date of death |
January 29, 2003(2003-01-29) (aged 92) |
| Position(s) |
Midfielder |
| Years |
Team |
Apps |
(Gls) |
| 1940 |
Japan |
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- In this Korean name, the family name is Lee.
Lee Yoo-Hyung (born January 21, 1911 – died January 29, 2003) was a famous South Korean athlete. He is best known as a talented association football player. He even played for the Japanese national team in 1940.
Lee Yoo-Hyung was a significant figure in the history of football in Korea. He was born in 1911, a time when Korea was under Japanese rule. His skills on the football field made him stand out. He played as a Midfielder, a key position that connects defense and attack.
Playing for Japan
In 1940, Lee Yoo-Hyung had the unique experience of playing for the Japanese national football team. This was during a period when Korea was part of the Japanese Empire. He played one international match for the team. This shows how skilled he was to be selected for a national team, even under those circumstances.
Later Career and Legacy
After World War II, when Korea gained independence, Lee Yoo-Hyung continued to be involved in football. He became a manager for the South Korean national team. He helped lead the team in important tournaments like the AFC Asian Cup. His long career, first as a player and then as a manager, made him a respected figure in Korean football. He passed away in 2003 at the age of 92.
See also
In Spanish: Lee Yoo-hyung para niños
