Son Heung-min, representing LAFC, secured the MVP award in his inaugural MLS All-Star Game, scoring two first-half goals to lead the MLS All-Stars to a 4-3 victory against Liga MX All-Stars in Charlotte, North Carolina.
Son Heung-min scored his third consecutive MLS goal, leading LAFC to a 4-0 win over Sporting Kansas City, and remains the league's assist leader with 10.
Son Heung-min scored his second consecutive MLS goal and assisted another, helping LAFC defeat Real Salt Lake 3-1 at BMO Stadium. This marked his 10th assist, making him the first player to reach double figures this season, following a 13-game goalless drought.
LAFC head coach Marc Dos Santos announced plans to manage South Korean star Son Heung-min's workload due to a packed August schedule, including MLS and Leagues Cup matches, following Son's recent first MLS goal of the season.
Son Heung-min scored his first MLS goal of the season in the 58th minute, helping LAFC defeat LA Galaxy 3-0, ending his 14-match goal drought in the league.
Tiền đạo thủ quân Hàn Quốc Son Heung-min bị cho là phải dự bị trong trận đấu quyết định tại World Cup 2026 do bất đồng với ban huấn luyện và một số đồng đội về việc tẩy chay truyền thông, dẫn đến sự thất vọng của người hâm mộ và việc HLV Hong Myung-bo từ chức.
Son Heung-min and other South Korean national football team players returned home from the FIFA World Cup to a warm reception from fans, a stark contrast to the criticism faced by the former head coach. The government plans an audit into the Korea Football Association's operations.
South Korea's captain Son Heung-min issued a heartfelt apology to fans via Instagram for the national team's early exit from the FIFA World Cup. He expressed personal responsibility and vowed to work harder to bring joy back to football supporters, following the team's third-place finish in Group A and a government audit into the Korea Football Association.
South Korea's World Cup campaign is in jeopardy after a 1-0 defeat by South Africa, with coach Hong Myung-bo benching Son Heung-min. Thapelo Maseko scored the winning goal, securing South Africa's first-ever progress to a World Cup knockout stage.
South Africa defeated South Korea 1-0 in a World Cup match, with Thapelo Maseko scoring the decisive goal in the second half. This victory secured South Africa's first-ever knockout stage berth in the tournament, while South Korea still holds a chance to advance as a best third-placed team.
South Korea's captain Son Heung-min will start on the bench for their decisive FIFA World Cup Group A match against South Africa in Guadalupe, Mexico. Head coach Hong Myung-bo opted for Oh Hyeon-gyu as striker, with South Korea needing a win or draw to advance to the knockout stage.
Son Heung-min started on the bench for the first time in his international career as South Korea lost 1-0 to South Africa in their final World Cup Group A match in Guadalupe, Mexico. The defeat leaves South Korea's knockout stage qualification dependent on other group results, a situation Son described as frustrating.
South Korean footballer Son Heung-min faced mixed fortunes at the World Cup in Mexico, dealing with team losses, a controversy over his military service exemption, and fan attention.
Mexico secured a 1-0 victory over South Korea in a World Cup match, with Luis Romo scoring the decisive goal in the 50th minute due to a goalkeeping error. Son Heung-min had a goal disallowed and was later substituted.
Một số phóng viên Hàn Quốc bị chỉ trích vì có những phát ngôn không phù hợp, giễu cợt việc Son Heung-min được miễn nghĩa vụ quân sự trong buổi tập mở tại Guadalajara, Mexico. Sự việc gây ảnh hưởng đến tinh thần toàn đội và dẫn đến việc các tuyển thủ Hàn Quốc ngầm tẩy chay truyền thông.
Son Heung-min is in the starting lineup for South Korea's second Group A match against Mexico at the FIFA World Cup. He is one goal away from becoming South Korea's all-time leading World Cup scorer.
Analyst Lee Young-pyo believes Son Heung-min will be key for South Korea against Mexico, citing his speed and experience. Lee also noted Mexico's defensive weakness due to Montes' suspension and highlighted threats from Quinones and Jimenez.
South Korea's World Cup preparations are overshadowed by a rift with the media after disparaging comments about captain Son Heung-min. Media access was cut off, interviews cancelled, and a media officer reportedly resigned.
Güney Kore milli futbol takımı oyuncuları, takım arkadaşları Son Heung-min'in askeri hizmet muafiyetiyle ilgili gazetecilerin alaycı yorumları nedeniyle 2026 Dünya Kupası elemeleri sırasındaki medya görevlerini boykot etti. Federasyon, medyadan daha sorumlu bir tutum beklediğini açıkladı.
Los Angeles FC'li futbolcu Son Heung-min, askerlik muafiyetiyle ilgili aşağılayıcı ifadeler kullanan gazetecilere tepki göstererek maç sonrası konuşmayı reddetti. KFA ise medyadan daha sorumlu bir tutum istedi.
Tottenham'ın yıldız futbolcusu Son Heung-min, askerlik muafiyetiyle ilgili aşağılayıcı yorumları kaydedilen gazetecilere tepki göstererek maç sonrası medyaya konuşmayı reddetti. Futbol Federasyonu da sorumlu habercilik çağrısı yaptı.
Sự cố tại buổi tập mở của Hàn Quốc ở Guadalajara, Mexico, nơi các phóng viên bị cho là chế giễu Son Heung-min về việc miễn nghĩa vụ quân sự, đã dẫn đến cuộc tẩy chay ngầm của các tuyển thủ đối với truyền thông trong nước. Son Heung-min từ chối phỏng vấn sau trận thắng CH Czech, và các buổi phỏng vấn khác cũng bị hủy bỏ để thể hiện sự đoàn kết.
Asian confederation teams have extended an unbeaten run against European opponents to four games at the World Cup. While early, this trend suggests a potential shift in global football power dynamics, with teams like Japan and South Korea displaying improved tactics and confidence.
Hàn Quốc thắng CH Czech 2-1 nhờ hai bàn của Hwang In-beom, dù đối thủ mở tỷ số đầu tiên từ phạt góc.
