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Son Heung-min made the starting list, aiming for his first goal since entering the U.S.
Son Heung-min will play an away game against FC Dallas in the 2025 U.S. Major League Soccer (MLS) regular league at Toyota Stadium in Frisco, Texas on the 24th (Korea time).
Son Heung-min was included in the starting list for the second time since entering the U.S. Earlier, he played his first start since moving to LAFC against New England. Son Heung-min will play as the front-line striker in the 4-3-3 formation. Son Heung-min built a three-top by Dennis Buanga and Nathan Ordas, who were placed on the left and right. Timothy Tillman, Maci Delgado, and Igor Jesús are located in the midfield. The defense consists of Ryan Hollingshead, Nkosi Tapari, Eddie Segura and Sergi Palencia. The goal is defended by Hugo Lloris.
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Earlier, Son Heung-min's entire process was a hot topic after moving to LA FC. Everyone paid attention to the entry of Asia's top star into MLS, and Son Heung-min's uniform sold like hot cakes, recording the highest sales ever. It was the same in the game. Son Heung-min flew from the first game of LA FC as a substitute. In the MLS regular league away game against Chicago Fire FC, he played a sharp move to win a tie penalty, and LA FC moved away 2-2 thanks to Son Heung-min's performance.
Son Heung-min has been flying since his debut. Son Heung-min stepped on the ground in the second half of the MLS regular league away game against Chicago Fire FC at Sitgig Stadium in Bridgeview, Illinois on the 10th. Son Heung-min scored a tie penalty with a sharp movement. LA FC drew 2-2 amid Son Heung-min's performance. In addition to inducing penalties, Son recorded three shots, one shot on goal, six pass successes, one tackle, and three ground-contention successes.
The U.S. 'Sports Illustrated' said that the past week would have been a busy one for Son Heung-min, 33, but it did not stop his efforts to make his MLS debut as soon as possible. 'His debut performance couldn't be better. He showed a variety of cool scenes, including PK judo' was well received. LA FC coach Steve Cherundolo also said, `It didn't take long to explain what tactics our team is using to a player of the level of Son Heung-min. He is remarkably clever, and full of talent.'
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The same was true of his debut as a starter. It was a perfect performance against New England. Starting with Son Heung-min, LA FC eventually scored the first goal. Son Heung-min grabbed the ball after succeeding in the interception with bold pressure in the 6th minute of the second half. Son Heung-min was blocked by the opponent's defense while breaking through, and Delgado caught it and shook the New England net with a sharp shot. Martinez and Raphoso shot in front of the goalkeeper in the 22nd and 44th minutes of counterattacks. Son Heung-min scored an attack point two minutes later. Son Heung-min dug in front of the arc and stabbed a pass to Mathieu Choniere, who was jumping to the left. Chonière's shot led to a goal and sealed the game.
Son Heung-min had 50 touches and one assist. He has made big chances five times, and his dribbling success rate was 100% (4/4). Son Heung-min, who received an 8.5 rating, the highest in the team, from Footmob, was named the MLS's official player of the game after the game. Son Heung-min said, `I'm happy to win the away game away from home. I'll prepare well and enjoy it more", signaling a better performance.
This article was translated by Naver AI translator.
