On *Radio Star*, Lee Seung-woo shared an anecdote about how he helped Son Heung-min secure an exemption from military service during the 2018 Asian Games.
Lee Seung-woo appeared on the MBC variety show “Radio Star” and shared the behind-the-scenes story of how he helped Son Heung-min secure an exemption from military service during the 2018 Jakarta-Palembang Asian Games final. He expressed cheerful confidence, noting that thanks to the goal he scored, Son Heung-min and his teammates were able to resolve their military service issues and go on to play in Europe.
Lee Seung-woo also discussed his efforts to boost the popularity of the K League. He explained that the dance celebration he began performing early in his career to attract fans while adapting to the domestic league became a major sensation, and subsequently helped drive the K League’s popularity—as evidenced by sold-out Jeonbuk Hyundai matches and his celebration video surpassing 7.5 million views.
Lee Seung-woo Reflects on 2018 Asian Games Impact
During his appearance on MBC's Radio Star, Lee Seung-woo recalled the 2018 Jakarta-Palembang Asian Games final against Japan. He noted that his performance helped key national team teammates, including Son Heung-min, Kim Min-jae, and Hwang Hee-chan, secure military service exemptions, allowing them to continue their professional careers in Europe.
Driving K-League Popularity Through Engagement
Lee Seung-woo shared how he actively worked to boost K-League attendance through his signature dance celebrations. His efforts contributed to a historic 30,000-seat sell-out for Jeonbuk and a viral celebration video that surpassed 7.5 million views, earning recognition from G-Dragon.