Lee Kang-in, a footballer, has issued a personal apology to his teammate and Korea’s national team captain, Son Heung-min. “I did something I should never have done,” Lee admitted in a contrite apology. Lee, who plays for Paris Saint-Germain, also issued a written apology on his Instagram account on Wednesday. “I have severely disappointed the entire team, particularly Heung-min, and football fans. “I met with Heung-min to sincerely apologize,” he added. Lee and Son, two Korean football icons, have been at odds over the Korean national team, who lost 0-2 to Jordan in the AFC Asian Cup semifinals on February 7. The two got into a fight, with some sources alleging Lee swung at Tottenham’s Son, under circumstances that have yet to be definitively explained. Lee’s spokeswoman disputed accusations that he struck the team captain. “My irresponsible and thoughtless behavior during the Asian Cup has disappointed many people. I felt it was vital for me to apologize to Heung-min in person. We had a lengthy chat, which made me think on myself and comprehend the responsibility he holds as team captain. I’d want to use this opportunity to thank him once more for willingly accepting to meet me and warmly welcoming me to London,” Lee stated in his apology. “I knew in my head how eager Heung-min was to win this tournament, but I didn’t feel it in my heart or in my actions. “I believe that’s where things started to go wrong,” Lee wrote. “Importantly, when Heung min gave me sincere advice as captain, veteran and teammate for the sake of the team’s unity, I didn’t listen to his advice...
