Celtic star Hyeongyu Oh has defended Scottish football after criticism from Japan boss Hajime Moriyasu - as he insisted rivals make it tough for the Premiership leaders.
Parkhead teammates Kyogo Furuhashi and Reo Hatate were left out of the Japan squad for the Kirin Cup clashes by Uruguay and Colombia despite their impressive run of form for Ange Postecoglou's table toppers, with Moriyasu stating that the "level of the league" played a factor in the decision. Despite this, Celtic star Daizen Maeda was called up for the squad, though returned to Lennoxtown early due to injury.
While on international duty with South Korea, Oh has brushed off criticism of the league as the 21-year-old insisted he is progressing since his move to Celtic Park from the Suwon Bluewings in January. Asked about Moriyasu's views on Celtic by Korean outlet Donga, he said: “Scottish Premiership defenders have excellent physique and strength. I am getting stronger while competing with such players.”
