Actress Seol In-ah Faces Backlash Over Soccer Jersey Choice

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Actress Seol In-ah received unexpected criticism from Lee Kang-in's fans for wearing a Kylian Mbappé jersey at a PSG match (Credits: Otakukart)

Actress Seol In-ah found herself at the centre of unexpected criticism after attending a Paris Saint-Germain (PSG) match wearing a Kylian Mbappé jersey instead of a jersey representing South Korean player Lee Kang-in.

On May 12th, Seol In-ah shared photos on her Instagram story from the match, where she was seen donning a PSG jersey with a banner supporting Lee Kang-in. However, some fans took issue with her choice of jersey, questioning why she opted for Mbappé’s instead of Lee Kang-in’s.

Responding to the backlash, Seol In-ah explained on May 13th that Lee Kang-in’s jersey was not available for purchase that day as it was Kylian Mbappé’s last game for PSG. She expressed frustration over the criticism she received, urging followers to stop sending distressing messages.

Actress Seol In-ah was criticized for supporting two different teams at the same time.

Netizens rallied in support of Seol In-ah, emphasizing her right to choose her attire and highlighting her visible support for Lee Kang-in through the banner. Seol In-ah, known for her roles in popular dramas like “Strong Girl Bong-soon” and “Record of Youth”, has previously shared her passion for soccer on social media platforms.

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