Eom Ji-sung contributed one assist in Swansea City’s 4-0 victory against Blackburn Rovers on November 1, 2026, during the 13th round of the English Championship. The South Korean winger, recently returned from the 2026 Aichi-Nagoya Asian Games, played the full 90 minutes at Swansea.com Stadium, as reported by Yonhap News Agency.
Swansea City Secures Four-Goal Win
Swansea City established an early lead, scoring three goals in the first half. Stephen Eustaquio opened the scoring in the 11th minute, followed by goals from Geoff Ofori and Philip Lisa to put the hosts ahead 3-0 before halftime. The team’s performance moved them to 26 points from 13 matches (eight wins, two draws, and three losses), placing them second in the Championship standings, two points behind league leaders Middlesbrough.
Eom Ji-sung’s Assist in Second Half
In the 59th minute, Eom provided the assist for Ross Stewart’s goal. After teammate Josh Tymon played a pass from the left flank, Eom let the ball slip through to Stewart, who finished with a one-touch left-footed shot. This assist marks Eom’s third of the season across 10 league appearances. It is his first offensive contribution for the club since returning from the Asian Games, where he helped South Korea secure a gold medal.
Upcoming National Team Duty
Eom has been selected for the South Korean national team under interim head coach Robert Moreno. The squad is scheduled to play two friendly matches in Doha, Qatar, on November 13 and November 17 against Saudi Arabia and Qatar, respectively. Eom was previously unavailable for the national team’s September and October matches due to his participation in the Asian Games.
Performance Summary
| Category | Statistic |
|---|---|
| Match Date | November 1, 2026 |
| Opponent | Blackburn Rovers |
| Result | 4-0 Win |
| League Standing | 2nd Place (26 points) |
Frequently Asked Questions
When is Eom Ji-sung’s next national team appearance?
Eom is set to join the national team for matches in Doha, Qatar, on November 13 and November 17, 2026.
How does this result affect Swansea City’s league position?
With this win, Swansea City reached 26 points, moving to second place in the Championship. They currently trail league leaders Middlesbrough by two points.
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