Jesse Lingard takes in adulation of Seoul FC fans after helping K League side to huge win over Suwon FC – but ex-Man Utd still waiting for first goal and assist

Jesse Lingard took in the adulation of FC Seoul fans after helping them clinch a big win over Suwon FC in the K League.

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• Lingard felt loved by FC Seoul fans
• Yet to score or assist in South Korea
• Returned to action after knee surgery last month

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  WHAT HAPPENED?

  The former Manchester United star was seen applauding the FC Seoul fans after the club picked up a convincing 3-0 win over Suwon FC on Saturday in the K League. Lingard played a full 90 minutes, however, he failed to make a goal contribution in the match.

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• WHAT JESSE LINGARD SAID

  After the memorable victory, the 31-year-old took to Instagram to share a few photographs from the caption and he wrote in caption, "Believe".

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  THE BIGGER PICTURE

  The former England international opted to move to Asia this February after staying six months without a club. His move to South Korea, however, has not gone as per plan as he struggled with more injuries just a month after making the switch. He underwent knee surgery in March and remained sidelined until last month.

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  WHAT NEXT FOR JESSE LINGARD?

  The veteran playmaker will hope to end his goal drought soon as he will be next seen in action for the K League side against Gangwon on Wednesday.