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Celtic’s Hyunjun Yang gets stunning South Korea boss verdict after Asian Games glory

Hyunjun Yang will return to Celtic with an Asian Games gold medal after South Korea beat Japan in Saturday’s final. South Korea won 1-0 to…

Published: Sunday, 4 October 2026 at 10:30 AM
Celtic’s Hyunjun Yang gets stunning South Korea boss verdict after Asian Games glory
Key Things to Know
  • South Korea manager Min-sung Lee named Celtic winger Hyunjun Yang as his personal MVP of the Asian Games.
  • South Korea claimed men's football gold after defeating Japan 1-0 in the final with a goal from Ji-sung Eom.
  • Yang featured in only one tournament match after aggravating a hamstring injury during a 4-1 win over Qatar.
The Story in 60 Seconds

South Korea manager Min-sung Lee named Celtic winger Hyunjun Yang as his personal MVP of the Asian Games despite the forward playing just one match due to a hamstring injury. South Korea defeated Japan 1-0 in the final to claim the gold medal courtesy of a goal from Swansea City attacker Ji-sung Eom. Lee highlighted Yang's sacrifices behind the scenes as vital to the squad's overall tournament success.

While sidelined, Yang supported his teammates, including rooming with Tottenham winger Min-hyeok to help him handle pressure. Celtic now face fitness questions surrounding Yang ahead of their Scottish Premiership match against Motherwell.

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