Japanese over Son Heungmin? Japan gave up, tooA great barrier that can't be filled with praise for SON

Aug 12, 2025

Japanese over Son Heungmin? Japan gave up, tooA great barrier that can't be filled with praise for SON
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Son Heung-min is a great soccer player even in Japan.

The Japanese media Sportiva said on Wednesday 'When will the Japanese surpass Son Heung-min. "Double-digit scores for eight consecutive seasons are too great a high barrier to Son Heung-min," he wrote in a tribute to Son Heung-min.

The media outlet said, "(Son Heung-min's first year in the Premier League) ended with only four goals and one assist in 28 games. It didn't meet the fans' expectations. At that time, the transfer fee of 30 million euros (about 48 billion won) was also subject to criticism. There were also many voices that the release, including rental, was inevitable. However, Son Heung-min did not stop and created numerous opportunities. Through this opportunity, he began to praise the Korean striker, saying, 'Not a single one is left to doubt the ability of the fast-footed Korean striker.




Then 'The fact that Harry Kane is the number one player in Tottenham remains unchanged, but Son Heung-min's presence has also become a level that cannot be ignored. Excluding last season, which had only seven goals and nine assists due to frequent injuries, he has scored double digits in the EPL for eight consecutive years since the 2016-2017 season. I can only say 'That's great' The record is the seventh accomplished feat in league history. It means he will be on par with Kane, Wayne Rooney, Frank Lampard, Sergio Aguero, Thierry Henry and Sadio Mane. It's really great,' he said, raising Son Heung-min.

Japanese over Son Heungmin? Japan gave up, tooA great barrier that can't be filled with praise for SON
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Sportiva showed respect for Son Heung-min. Son Heung-min is the ultimate legend and professional. In Korea, there are not a few young people who target him, and he is one of the people who should set an example in Japan. In the words of Son Heung-min 'When I first came to Tottenham, I was a kid who couldn't even speak English.' However, after constant efforts, he has grown enough to serve as captain's armband. Son Heung-min did not neglect to study every day, studied, and overcame his weakness in English to build his current status. Despite his standard physique measuring 183 centimeters tall and weighing 78 kilograms, he was able to withstand the intensity of the EPL thanks to thorough preparation and strong mentality,' Son said.
Japanese over Son Heungmin? Japan gave up, tooA great barrier that can't be filled with praise for SON
Sportiva envied South Korea with Son Heung-min. The media reported 'The skills of Japanese players have improved dramatically recently. His understanding of tactics has also increased, making him one of the dark horses in next year's North American World Cup. However, a striker who can score double digits in the EPL for eight consecutive years like Son Heung-min has yet to emerge. There is also no player to captain England's prestigious club. If the Japanese are to threaten Son Heung-min's stronghold, they have to face reality in a more serious manner.

The pace of development of Japanese players is very great, but the reality is that no great player like Son Heung-min has been born yet. It is not expected that there will be no players who can threaten Son Heung-min's personal achievements not only in Japan but also across Asia for the time being. No player even reached near the tower built by Son Heung-min.






This article was translated by Naver AI translator.