Lee Kang-in's first goal for Atletico Madrid has been selected as La Liga's best goal of August.
The South Korean scored with a curling left-footed effort in the 70th minute of Atletico's Aug. 29 home match against Málaga. The goal broke the deadlock in a 2-0 victory and helped Lee earn player-of-the-match honors.
Lee also started Atletico's Champions League opener at Liverpool on Wednesday, partnering Julian Alvarez in attack before dropping into midfield at times.
Marcos Llorente put Atletico ahead after 17 minutes, but Liverpool responded through Dominik Szoboszlai shortly before halftime and Alexis Mac Allister early in the second half to win 2-1.
Lee played 59 minutes, completing 89 percent of his passes and making one key pass without recording a shot. Spanish publication El Desmarque rated him 4 out of 10, citing his turnover in the buildup to Liverpool's equalizer.
(This article was produced with the assistance of AI. — Ed. )
