JEONG SANG-BIN NEWS

First assist of the season Jeong assisted once to go with one cross (zero accurate) and one chance created in Saturday's 3-0 win against Colorado Rapids.

Impact After starting in 24 of his first 25 appearances this season, Jeong came off the bench for a fourth consecutive outing and picked up his first assist of the season as he set up Hassani Dotson, who scored with a from outside the box to give their side a 3-0 lead in the 82nd minute of play. Jeong also registered his first tackle won in the last six matches.

SEPTEMBER 30 • ROTOWIRE

Back with club Jeong returned to Minnesota after his father passed away, according to Andy Greder of the Pioneer Press.

Impact Jeong returned to South Korea to be with family but has since returned to the club. The forward will be a fully fit and available option when MLS resumes for a Saturday clash against Seattle.

AUGUST 22 • ROTOWIRE

Away from training Monday Jeong didn't train Monday due to a personal matter and is doubtful to face Necaxa on Tuesday in the 2024 Leagues Cup, Andy Greder of The St. Paul Pioneer-Press reports.

Impact The issue affecting the South Korean forward is unknown, but it sounds as if he won't be able to face Necaxa on Tuesday. If that ends up being the case, then his next chance to feature would come in the knockout stages of the Leagues Cup as long as Minnesota manages to advance there. Jeong has netted four goals during the 2024 MLS campaign.

JULY 29 • ROTOWIRE

Impactful in victory Sang-Bin Jeong generated one shot (zero on goal), five crosses (one accurate) and one chance created in Saturday's 2-0 victory against San Jose Earthquakes.

Impact Sang-Bin helped his team get the scoring started as he sent a cross in from the wing that was directed into the goal by an opposing player in the 38th minute. He also provided a well-rounded effort by adding a tackle won and two interceptions to his impressive offensive performance. Additionally, his 34 completed passes in the match stand as a new season high.

JULY 22 • ROTOWIRE

Scores against Portland Timbers Sang-Bin Jeong scored one goal to go with one shot (one on goal) and one chance created in Saturday's 3-2 loss against Portland Timbers.

Impact Sang-Bin Jeong doubled Minnesota's lead by scoring in the 38th minute assisted by Bongokuhle Hlongwane. Sang-Bin Jeong created a big chance. This was his first goal since his brace against Colorado in May.

JUNE 30 • ROTOWIRE

Three shots, none on target Jeong recorded three shots (zero on goal), two crosses (zero accurate) and one chance created in Saturday's 1-0 loss to Austin FC.

Impact Jeong fired at least three shots for the fourth time in 17 appearances on the season. However, he has not recorded a shot on goal in the last three outings. He also sent two crosses in the match but did not reach his targets with either one. On the plus side, he accounted for his eighth chance created in the last five games.

JUNE 24 • ROTOWIRE

Attempts five crosses Sang-Bin Jeong recorded five crosses (two accurate) and three corners in Saturday's 2-0 defeat to Seattle Sounders FC.

Impact San-Bin Jeong led Minnesota with five attempted crosses (two accurate) Saturday, continuing his recent trend of driving the ball into the box. Over his last three appearances (three starts) San-Bin Jeong has attempted 20 crosses (five accurate) and taken 10 corners while registering seven chances created. Overall, he has scored three goals over 15 appearances (14 starts) and has yet to deliver an assist.

JUNE 16 • ROTOWIRE

Scores brace on Saturday in 3-3 draw Sang-Bin Jeong scored two goals to go with four shots (three on goal) and one chance created in Saturday's 3-3 draw versus Colorado Rapids.

Impact Sang-Bin scored a brace for the first time this season. It was only the second occasion this season where the 22-year-old registered four or more shots. It was the first time this season where Sang-Bin had three shots on goal.

MAY 28 • ROTOWIRE

Scores winner Saturday Jeong scored one goal to go with two shots (one on goal) in Saturday's 2-1 win versus Portland Timbers. In addition, he was given a yellow card in the 98th minute.

Impact Jeong scored the match-winning goal Saturday, a strike in the 82nd minute assisted by DJ Taylor. It marked his first goal of the season in what was coincidentally his first match coming off the bench this season. He took two shots and made one clearance in his 34 minutes of action.

MAY 19 • ROTOWIRE

Links with national team Jeong is with the South Korean U23 national team for the U-23 Asian Cup and will not be an option for the next few matches, reports Andy Greder of the Pioneer Press.

Impact Jeong has begun the season as a regular starter, making seven appearances in the starting XI in seven appearances after only making nine starts in 23 games in 2023. He's been averaging about 6.2 crosses per match with 21 crosses (four accurate) in the last three contests. While he is gone, Bongokuhle Hlongwane will likely take his place in the attacking midfield, who had already started the last two games in the attack for Minnesota.

APRIL 17 • ROTOWIRE

Productive in Saturday's loss Jeong had four shots (zero on goal), six crosses (one accurate) and six corners in Saturday's 2-1 defeat against Houston Dynamo.

Impact Jeong once again failed to record a goal contribution Saturday, but still put together a very productive performance. He took a season-high four shots, created multiple chances for the third match this season and tied a season high with six corners. He also won one tackle and intercepted two passes as he played the full 90 minutes for the third consecutive match.

APRIL 14 • ROTOWIRE

Whips in nine crosses Sang-Bin Jeong had three shots (one on goal), nine crosses (three accurate) and one corner in Saturday's 1-1 draw against Real Salt Lake.

Impact Sang-Bin Jeong attempted a season-high nine crosses (three accurate) as Minnesota drew 1-1 with Real Salt lake. Sang-Bin Jeong has started in each of Minnesota's six matches to begin the season. He has yet to contribute to a goal in 2024, but his play has notably taken a different shape than that of the previous season. Sang-Bin Jeong has already attempted 36 crosses (five accurate) over six starting appearances in 2024 after attempting 43 crosses over 23 appearances (nine starts) in all of 2023.

APRIL 7 • ROTOWIRE

Attempts four crosses Sang-Bin Jeong recorded one shot (one on goal) and four crosses (zero accurate) in Saturday's 2-0 loss versus Philadelphia Union.

Impact San-Bin Jeong attempted four crosses (zero accurate) Saturday during Minnesota's 0-2 loss to Philadelphia. The match marked the third successive appearance in which San-Bin Jeong has attempted four crosses and the first occasion in which he's played the full 90 minutes this seasaon. Early on in this 2024 campaign, San-Bin Jeong has regularly provided width to the Minnesota attack, attempting 27 crosses in their first five matches, However, only two of the 27 crosses has been accurate.

MARCH 31 • ROTOWIRE

Seven crosses in draw Jeong registered seven crosses (zero accurate) and three corners in Saturday's 1-1 draw against Columbus Crew.

Impact Jeong recorded seven crosses in Saturday's draw, his second consecutive match with seven or more crosses, although he has yet to record an accurate cross this season. He also created two chances and took three of his side's five corner kicks before being subbed off in the 82nd minute for Jordan Adebayo-Smith.

MARCH 3 • ROTOWIRE

Eight crosses in start Jeong generated two shots (one on goal), eight crosses (zero accurate) and six corners in Saturday's 2-1 victory versus Austin FC.

Impact Jeong was given a start as a right winger, a position he had not played during 2023 but took in stride Saturday. However, that was only in terms of maximizing his opportunities quantity-wise. None of Jeong's eight crosses and six corners were delivered with pinpoint accuracy, which is what he will need to maintain a spot in Minnesota United's starting XI, especially after primarily serving as a reserve in 2023.

FEBRUARY 26 • ROTOWIRE

Limited debut year Jeong made 23 appearances (nine starts) and scored once in 2023.

Impact Jeong's first season in MLS was mixed to say the least, he never really established himself as a first team starter, but he did make 23 appearances. His two goal contributions in 954 minutes weren't bad, but certainly won't guarantee him the starting job in 2024.

DECEMBER 28, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Returns to training Jeong returned to training with Minnesota, Jerry Zgoda of The Star Tribune reports.

Impact Jeong is back in training after playing with the South Korean U-23 national team. The forward is working on building back fitness and could be an option for the Minnesota first team as soon as Saturday's clash with Kansas City.

SEPTEMBER 14, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Summoned to international duty Sang-Bin has been called up to the South Korean U-23 national team for their upcoming U-23 Asian Cup qualifying matches and will not be available for Saturday's clash with the New...

Impact Sang-Bin has gotten the start three times in the last seven league matches, totaling an assist with seven chances created. In 17 matches this campaign the 21-year-old has a goal and an assist during his first year in Minnesota.

SEPTEMBER 7, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Expected to return Saturday Jeong (thigh) will be in Minnesota's squad to take on LAFC this weekend, manager Adrian Heath told team reporter Jacob Schneider on Friday.

Impact Jeong has missed his side's last two games with a thigh injury, but he should be available for selection against LAFC at the weekend. He had started three of the previous four matches prior to his injury but Joseph Rosales has since returned from the Gold Cup and is likely to remain in the XI in Jeong's place.

JULY 14, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Doubtful for weekend Jeong (thigh) has not returned to training with Minnesota, Andy Greder of the Pioneer Press reports, and seems unlikely to be available for the clash against Austin FC this weekend...

Impact Jeong has started back-to-back league matches on the left wing for Minnesota United, but he picked up a thigh injury this week that is making him a doubt to be able to feature on Saturday. Joseph Rosales' return from the Gold Cup will help Minnesota cover for Jeong's absence in the XI.

JULY 7, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Added to injury report Sang-Bin Jeong (thigh) is questionable for Saturday's clash with Austin, according to the Minnesota injury report.

Impact Sang-Bin Jeong is questionable Saturday in a surprise addition to the injury report. The forward has been excellent on the left wing with four chances created in the last two matches, but is now on the injury report. With Franco Fragapane also on the injury report it's unclear who would fill in at left wing if Jeong can't pass the late fitness tests.

JULY 6, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Assists in draw Sang-Bin Jeong assisted once to go with one shot (one on goal), one cross (zero accurate) and two chances created in Sunday's 2-2 draw against Real Salt Lake.

Impact Sang-Bin Jeong assisted Emanuel Reynoso in the 39th minute. He also recorded two interceptions and one tackle. He has scored and assisted once in 12 appearances (seven starts) this season. He was replaced by Brent Kallman in the 80th minute.

JUNE 25, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

South Korean community in St. Paul embraces new Loons player Sang Bin Jeong Sejong Academy beamed when MLS’ only South Korean player visited the school in May.

MAY 26, 2023 • TWINCITIES.COM

First MLS goal Sang-Bin Jeong scored one goal to go with four shots (one on goal), five crosses (one accurate) and four corners in Sunday's 3-2 loss to Vancouver Whitecaps FC.

Impact Jeong scored his first MLS goal during Sunday's loss. The attacking midfielder has been quiet since slotting into the starting XI but he finally got on the scoresheet for his first career MLS goal. With Emanuel Reynoso working on earning a spot back into the team it's possible that Jeong could face competition for the starting role in attacking midfield.

MAY 8, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Four crosses in loss Sang-Bin Jeong recorded one shot (zero on goal), four crosses (zero accurate) and three corners in Sunday's 1-0 defeat to Seattle Sounders FC. In addition, he was given a yellow ca...

Impact Jeong had a decent day in his second start of the season. He created two chances, took one off-target shot, whipped in four crosses (all inaccurate), took three corners and made one clearance in his 70 minutes of action. He did pick up a yellow card in the 43rd minute though, his first booking of the season.

APRIL 23, 2023 • ROTOWIRE