From Italy, Lee cheers on Korea in its World Cup opener

President Lee Jae Myung on Friday wished for the South Korea national soccer team's success in its opening match of the 2026 FIFA World Cup.

Lee, who is in Italy for his overseas trip to Europe, posted a message on X ahead of South Korea's first match in the group stage against the Czech Republic.

"Our national soccer team is also embarking on a new challenge, beginning with today's first match against the Czech Republic at 11 a.m.," Lee wrote, hours before the first game of the tournament, refe ...