IVE’s An Yujin Becomes a Lucky Charm at Daejeon Hana Citizen Match

K-pop sensation An Yujin of IVE recently garnered attention for her memorable first pitch at a K League soccer match in Daejeon. On June 3rd, she appeared as a special guest to kick off the 11th-round match between Daejeon Hana Citizen and FC Anyang at Daejeon World Cup Stadium.

Representing Hana Financial Group, whom she has modeled for since 2023, An Yujin’s appearance sparked a wave of excitement from fans. With her long hair tied back and full of bright energy, the IVE member delivered a powerful and precise ceremonial kick to open the game.

Commentators praised her form, noting, “She clearly did her homework.” As if aligned with her presence, Daejeon secured a 2-0 victory, leading fans to crown her the team’s ‘lucky charm.’

Following the match, An Yujin’s sporty look in the team uniform also became a viral topic online. Comments like “That uniform never looked this good” and “The problem isn’t the outfit—it’s me” flooded social media.

A true hometown hero, An Yujin was born and raised in Daejeon up through middle school. Her love for the city has been evident through various media appearances, and this event further solidified her connection by participating in a local K League event as Hana Financial Group’s ambassador.

The excitement she brought was tangible—tickets for the match sold out the lower tier just five minutes after opening, ranking as the second-highest weekday attendance in K League’s 2023 history.

Currently, An Yujin continues to engage her audience through the popular tvN variety show, drawing attention both on and off the field.