Lee Se-yeon (; born 11 July 1945) is a former South Korean footballer.
International career Lee Se-yeon is regarded as one of the greatest South Korean goalkeepers of the 20th century. He conceded 55 goals in 81 caps, and won nine Asian titles including the 1970 Asian Games with South Korea national team.
South Korea had fierce atmosphere when playing with Japan at the time, because it hadn't been long since Korea had gained independence from Japan. Lee also had a strong sense of the rivalry against Japan. A clash between Lee and Kunishige Kamamoto attracted attention for a while in South Korea. South Korea recorded five wins, three draws and one loss in nine games against Japan while he played for the national team.
Style of play Lee was strong on aerial duels by learning artistic gymnastics, although he had short height.
Career statistics International +Appearances and goals by national team and yearNational teamYearAppsGoalsSouth Korea1966101967701968601969601970170197115019721801973110Career total810 +Appearances and goals by competitionCompetitionAppsGoalsFriendlies80Minor competitions450Asian Games70AFC Asian Cup qualification20AFC Asian Cup50Summer Olympics qualification50FIFA World Cup qualification90Total810
Honours Yangzee Korean National Championship: 1968 Korean President's Cup: 1968 Asian Champion Club Tournament runner-up: 1969
Korea Trust Bank Korean Semi-professional League (Spring): 1971 Korean Semi-professional League (Autumn): 1973 Korean National Championship runner-up: 1971
South Korea Asian Games: 1970 AFC Asian Cup runner-up: 1972
Individual Korean FA Best XI: 1969, 1970, 1971, 1972
References
External links Lee Se-yeon – National Team Stats at KFA