Yang Hyun-jun (Celtic) has rejoined Hong Myung-bo's Korean national team ahead of the final tune-up matches before the 2026 FIFA World Cup in North America, now just three months away.
Head coach Hong Myung-bo announced the squad for the March European tour friendlies at Korea Football Park in Cheonan, South Chungcheong Province, on the 16th.
Core players from the November 2025 friendlies against Bolivia and Ghana retained their spots. The list includes Son Heung-min (LAFC), Lee Jae-sung (Mainz), Kim Min-jae (Bayern Munich), and Lee Kang-in (Paris Saint-Germain).
Yang Hyun-jun, recalled after nine months, has been in exceptional form with six goals since December 2025, including a brace the previous day.
"He's showing great momentum right now, so naturally I thought he should be on the national team," Hong said. "His condition is better than when he was previously called up, and he's full of confidence from his recent goals. I expect him to perform well in these away friendlies."
