Jesse Lingard marked his debut for FC seoul with a goal, leading the South Korean club to a 2-0 victory over Buriram United in their Asian Champions League Group C opener on Tuesday. The former Manchester United and England midfielder scored in the 68th minute, adding to Han Seung-gyu’s first-half goal at Jeonju World Cup Stadium.
The win provides a strong start for FC Seoul in a challenging Group C, wich also includes Japan’s Yokohama F. marinos and China’s Shandong Taishan. Lingard’s arrival has generated notable buzz in the K League 1, and his performance underscores the league’s growing appeal to international talent. The Asian Champions League is the premier club competition in Asia, offering a pathway to the FIFA Club World Cup and a chance to compete against the best teams globally.
Han Seung-gyu opened the scoring for FC Seoul in the 35th minute. Lingard then extended the lead with a composed finish, capitalizing on an opportunity created by his teammates. The match was played at the Jeonju World Cup Stadium due to ongoing renovations at Seoul World Cup Stadium.
FC Seoul will next face Shandong taishan on November 7th, while Buriram United will aim to rebound against Yokohama F. Marinos on the same day. Lingard’s integration into the team will be crucial as FC Seoul seeks to advance from the group stage and contend for the continental title.
