Toyota:Eom Ji-sung scored the decisive goal for South Korea in their 1-0 victory over Japan in the gold medal match at the Aichi-Nagoya Asian Games. The match took place at Toyota Stadium, located approximately 30 kilometers east of Nagoya.
According to Yonhap News Agency, the Swansea City winger had previously scored the opening goal for the team in their group-stage match against Qatar. Throughout the tournament, Eom emerged as a key player, finishing with four goals and four assists, which highlighted his role as the offensive leader.
Men's football at the Asian Games is generally restricted to players aged 23 or younger, but teams can include up to three players over that age limit. Eom, selected as an over-age player by head coach Lee Min-sung, was tasked with leading an attack lacking marquee talents like Son Heung-min and Lee Kang-in. His performance justified the coach's trust, as he continued his strong form from his club matches in Wales.
Reflecting on his experience, Eom acknowledged the pressure of being an over-age player but expressed gratitude for his teammates' support. He also cherished the memories created during the tournament, despite knowing this group would not play together again.