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In MyMemeCards, the meme card game, “Eul-Young's Strike” is a common card of the Memes World series 74, number 21948 of the collection, and the 227th best-known meme of its 300 cards. Here is what the meme means, where it comes from, and how to get its card.
What does the “Eul-Young's Strike” meme mean?
This visual expresses sudden violence, often used ironically to illustrate a disproportionate reaction or an unprovoked blow. Internet users employ it to comment on conflicting situations, real or fictional, where physical or verbal aggression occurs abruptly. The image becomes a universal symbol of the 'surprise hit', detached from its original sports context to highlight the absurdity or brutality of an impulsive gesture in various daily or media scenarios.
Where does the “Eul-Young's Strike” meme come from?
The incident dates back to December 7, 2003, during the first round of the East Asian Cup held in Saitama, Japan. The match between South Korea and China saw South Korean player Lee Eul-yong slap Chinese attacker Li Yi behind the head. This gesture occurred immediately after Li Yi had kicked Lee's shin following a pass. The sequence, broadcast during the television coverage of the match, shows Li Yi falling to the ground holding his head, a behavior described as exaggerated by observers. Lee Eul-yong was sanctioned with a red card and sent off the field. The Korean term Eul-yong-ta merges the player's name with the character meaning 'to hit'. Although the original video stems from sports broadcasting, the first Photoshop edits appearing later have no single identified source, marking the beginning of a specific local virality.
- 2003Lee Eul-yong slaps Li Yi during the South Korea-China match in Saitama.
How to use the “Eul-Young's Strike” meme
- Insert Lee Eul-yong's silhouette onto a historical scene image to simulate an anachronistic assault.
- Post the edit accompanying a sarcastic comment on a recent political or social dispute.
- Use the visual to illustrate an excessive reaction to a minor provocation in an online debate.
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The “Eul-Young's Strike” card in MyMemeCards
| Number | No. 21948 |
|---|---|
| Rarity | Common |
| Collection | Memes World series 74 |
| Fame | 58/100 · #227 of 300 |
| Recycle value | 5 MemeCoins (15 in Shiny) |
How to get the “Eul-Young's Strike” card
Every pack holds 5 meme cards, the first 3 of them Common; Eul-Young's Strike comes out of the Memes World series 74 as a common card. The pack odds say what each rarity weighs.
Your first pack is free and needs no account. After that a new free pack lands every 10 minutes, up to 3 waiting for you. You can also buy the card with MemeCoins on the market, bid for it at auction, or trade it — and a double recycles into 5 MemeCoins.
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Odds per card, averaged over a pack: Common 72%, Rare 23.9%, Epic 3.2%, Legendary 0.56%, Mythic 0.3%, Full Art ≤ 0.1%, Shiny 0.2%. Cards 1 to 3 are always Common, cards 4 and 5 climb the rarities. Rates drop for cards that circulate a lot. Details
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Frequently asked questions
What is Eul-Young's Strike?
It is a meme stemming from a 2003 football incident where a South Korean player slapped a Chinese opponent.
Who is Lee Eul-yong?
He is a South Korean footballer involved in this altercation that earned him a direct red card.
Why did this match become famous?
Beyond the sporting result, the violent and filmed incident generated a wave of humorous edits in Korea.
What does Eul-yong-ta mean?
This Korean term combines the player's name and the word 'hit', specifically referring to this aggressive act.
How do I get the Eul-Young's Strike meme card?
Open a pack of MyMemeCards: “Eul-Young's Strike” is a common card of the Memes World series 74. Your first pack is free, with no account, and you can also buy, trade or win the card at auction.
How rare is the Eul-Young's Strike card?
It is a Common card. Rarity decides which pack slot can deal it, and what it is worth on the market.
Sources: Lee Eul-yong - Wikipedia · Association Football · Lee Eul-yong - Vikipedi · checked on October 16, 2026.
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