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Benitez's Shield United Rally Past Wenger's Spear FC 2-1 in Seoul Icons Match

Late goals by Maicon and Park Joo-ho overturned Wayne Rooney's strike.

Overview

  • The attackers-versus-defenders showcase matched Arsene Wenger's Spear FC against Rafa Benitez's Shield United at Seoul World Cup Stadium.
  • Wayne Rooney put the attackers ahead with a first-time long-range shot in the 72nd minute past Iker Casillas.
  • Maicon leveled with a header before Park Joo-ho struck late from a John Arne Riise back-heel to complete the turnaround.
  • A first-half broadcast typo listed Shield United as “Shiled Utd,” which was corrected during the live coverage.
  • Nexon staged the exhibition with a star-studded cast and referee Pierluigi Collina, continuing the nostalgia-focused series with a second straight Shield win.