Kim also played for South Korea's A team at the Asia Cup
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South Korean footballer Kim Nam-il will miss the Olympics after breaking his leg in a warm-up match.
The 27-year-old midfielder was one of the three older players chosen to represent his country and will now be replaced by Chung Kyung-ho.
Kim broke his leg during a practice game in Paris where South Korea have been preparing for the Athens event.
The football tournament kicks off on Wednesday - two days ahead of the offical opening ceremony.
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