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Celtic international break week 1 roundup: Yang has more than gold at stake

Eight Celtic players have so far been in action for their countries during this break, with more to come, so find out how they have performed.

Published: Monday, 28 September 2026 at 3:19 PM
Celtic international break week 1 roundup: Yang has more than gold at stake
Key Things to Know
  • Yang Hyun-jun is competing for South Korea at the Asian Games to secure military service exemption.
  • South Korea defeated Vietnam 4-0 to reach the semifinals against China in Osaka.
  • Goalkeeper Viljami Sinisalo started Finland's 7-0 win over San Marino.
The Story in 60 Seconds

Eight Celtic players have been involved in international action during the break as the club looks to regroup following a difficult run of results. Winger Yang Hyun-jun is currently competing with the Republic of Korea at the Asian Games, where a gold medal would earn the squad an exemption from mandatory 18-month military service.

Yang started Korea's opening 4-1 victory over Qatar in Nagoya but was an unused substitute in their 4-0 quarterfinal win against Vietnam. Elsewhere, Celtic goalkeeper Viljami Sinisalo started for Finland in a 7-0 victory against San Marino at Stadio Olimpico di Serravalle.

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