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Jesse Lingard says emotional goodbye to South Korean football

Former Manchester United star Jesse Lingard scored in his final match for FC Seoul and tearfully bid farewell to football in the country. The match against Melbourne City ended in a 1-1 draw.


Jesse Lingard says emotional goodbye to South Korean football

Former Manchester United and England star Jesse Lingard scored in his final match for FC Seoul before saying an emotional goodbye to South Korean football with tears in his eyes. The 32-year-old gave his team the lead in the 31st minute against Australian guest Melbourne City in the final round of the AFC Champions League Elite, which ended in a 1-1 draw. Lingard, who had played 60 games for FC Seoul, broke down in tears after the match while watching a tribute video on the big screen that read: 'Our dear captain'.