JESSE LINGARD performed FIVE celebrations after scoring his first goal of the season as FC Seoul defeated Anyang 2-1 on Saturday.
With the K League running from February to November, Lingard and Co have been hoping to get off to a good start.
Having been appointed FC Seoul’s club captain, Lingard was disappointed as his side slumped to a 2-0 opening day defeat to Jeju United last weekend.
But he played an integral role in getting his side off the mark in their home opener, scoring on 49 minutes against local rivals Anyang.
On first viewing it appeared that Lingard had brilliantly lobbed the goalkeeper from the edge of the box.
But upon further inspection it emerged that the ball had actually been kicked off the former Manchester United man by a defender, before looping into the back of the net.
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Regardless of how it went in, thrilled Lingard ran straight to the fans to celebrate.
The delighted star initially stuck his tongue out, before performing a dab.
He then switched up to a shrug before producing his trademark “J-Lingz” hand gesture.
Lingard hugged a pair of team-mates and, for his fifth an final celebration, threw in another dance move.
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Having endured a difficult start last year, the former England international is now thriving in South Korea.
After yesterday’s match, a fan pointed out on social media: “Shows he is serious about trying to have an impact in Korea as a whole and not just a media move.”
In a recent interview with the Independent, Lingard opened up on how he has found adapting to life in Asia.
He said: “I didn’t know what to expect but seeing the love and appreciation really settled me down and got my confidence up.
“I started getting a couple of assists, a couple of goals. When people ask for pictures, I always try.
“When you finish your career, and you’re not getting the applause you’re used to, it can really hit you. I feel like just enjoying every moment.”
Lingard, 32, also revealed that he cried after his final Man Utd training session, as well as opening up on his relationship with Jose Mourinho.
FC Seoul are next in action on March 2, when they host Gimcheon Sangmu, a team made up entirely of players completing their mandatory military service, at Seoul World Cup Stadium.
Source: Soccer - thesun.co.uk
