JEONG SANG-BIN NEWS

Option picked up Jeong's option for 2026 was picked up, St. Louis announced.

Impact Jeong's option for 2026 was picked up and the forward is now going to return to St. Louis next season. The attacking midfielder was a big acquisition for St. Louis from Minnesota, though he only added two goal contributions after making the move. Jeong should be a big part of the team in 2026.

NOVEMBER 10 • ROTOWIRE

Back in starting XI Saturday Jeong (not injury related) is in the starting lineup for the weekend's contest against Los Angeles FC.

Impact Jeong has returned from a short absence due to personal matters and is likely to remain in contention for the final regular-season matches. The winger, who has scored one goal and an assist in seven club games since joining St. Louis from Minnesota, will take Celio Pompeu's place in the initial lineup.

SEPTEMBER 27 • ROTOWIRE

Out with personal matter Jeong (personal) is out for Saturday's trip to San Jose, per the MLS injury report.

Impact Jeong has been reportedly dealing with a personal matter throughout the week, and is now officially out. There's no timeline for this, so it's not clear if he can return for a Sept. 27 clash with LAFC. Simon Becher should be in line for the start on the right wing with Jeong out.

SEPTEMBER 19 • ROTOWIRE

Back from international duty Jeong is back with the club and option moving forward, according to the MLS injury report.

Impact Jeong has been left off the injury report and is an option once again, with the attacker back with the team. He will now look to reclaim his starting spot immediately, scoring one goal and an assist in five starts since joining the club.

SEPTEMBER 12 • ROTOWIRE

Will represent South Korea Jeong has been called up by South Korea for international duty and will therefore miss Saturday's clash against Dallas, according to the league.

Impact Jeong has been an undisputed starter on the right wing for St. Louis City this season and will have to be replaced in the starting XI on Saturday against Dallas due to his call-up for national team duty. Simon Becher is expected to replace him in the frontline for that game.

SEPTEMBER 2 • ROTOWIRE

Assists Saturday Jeong assisted once to go with zero corners and one chance created in Saturday's 3-2 defeat versus Vancouver Whitecaps FC.

Impact Jeong has been handed a larger role in St. Louis after making the move from Minnesota, and he set up an assist during Saturdays' loss. The attacker has plenty of potential even if he's not immediately one of the best players in the team. Jeong was brought off with a knock late in the second half, putting him in doubt for a Saturday clash with Houston.

AUGUST 25 • ROTOWIRE

Opens St. Louis account Jeong took two shots and scored in Saturday's 3-1 win over Nashville SC.

Impact Jeong nodded home from close range to seal the victory for St. Louis City. It was his first goal in a St. Louis uniform since transferring from Minnesota United, and with back-to-back starts, it appears he will take on a larger role with his new club. He'll look to carry the momentum into Saturday's road match against Chicago Fire.

AUGUST 11 • ROTOWIRE

Makes move to St. Louis Jeong completed a transfer to St. Louis from Minnesota, the club announced.

Impact Jeong wasn't playing a large role during his third season in Minnesota, making just two starts. He now gets the chance for a new landing spot, with the chance to break into the starting XI in St. Louis. Jeong scored six goals and provided one assists last season in 35 appearances for Minnesota.

JULY 21 • ROTOWIRE

Comes off bench Sang-Bin Jeong played 10 minutes in Saturday's 4-2 loss to San Diego FC.

Impact Sang-Bin Jeong is back for Minnesota after missing the last two matches trying to get his green card. With his situation handled, the midfielder will look to get some playing time, having only made two starts in 12 MLS appearances for the Loons.

JUNE 15 • ROTOWIRE

Working to gain Green Card Jeong is out for Wednesday's match against Vancouver and Sunday's match against Seattle as he works on gaining his Green Card, accoridng to Andy Greder of the Pioneer Press.

Impact Jeong is going to miss the next week of action as he works on helping his team further along the line, with the South Korean currently working on gaining his Green Card. He will be missed for the time being, but this will eventually remove him as an international player and free up a spot for the club. This shouldn't force any major changes, only starting in two of his 11 appearances.

MAY 27 • ROTOWIRE

Nets brace as substitute Sang-Bin Jeong scored two goals to go with two shots (two on goal) in Saturday's 4-1 win over St. Louis City SC.

Impact Jeong made an immediate impact after replacing Robin Lod in the 69th minute, scoring twice-once in the 72nd minute assisted by Franco Fragapane and again in the 83rd minute assisted by Tani Oluwaseyi. Despite only taking 12 touches, Jeong's clinical finishing was key. This performance brings his season tally to six goals and one assist from 32 appearances (25 starts), marking his first goal since June against Portland.

OCTOBER 21, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Jeong Sang-Bin scores 2 goals, Minnesota beats St. Louis City 4-1

Jeong Sang-Bin scored two goals to help Minnesota United beat St. Louis City 4-1 in the regular-season finale for both teams

OCTOBER 20, 2024 • Associated Press

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, 2024 • 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, 2024 • 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, 2024 • 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, 2024 • 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, 2024 • 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, 2024 • 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, 2024 • 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, 2024 • 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, 2024 • 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, 2024 • 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, 2024 • 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, 2024 • 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, 2024 • ROTOWIRE