It's not about the position. Son Heung-min drew the line. For the effect of SON, use it straight! There's even a word → Make it stand out even more

Sep 03, 2025

It's not about the position. Son Heung-min drew the line. For the effect of SON, use it straight! There's even a word → Make it stand out even more
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It's not about the position. Son Heung-min drew the line. For the effect of SON, use it straight! There's even a word → Make it stand out even more
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Will the U.S. Major League Soccer (MLS) survive only when Son Heung-min survives. It was argued that Son Heung-min should stand out more in the team.

Son Heung-min started in the 31st round home game of the 2025 Major League Soccer (MLS) regular league against San Diego FC at BMO Stadium in Los Angeles (LA), California on the 1st (Korea time), but did not prevent his team's 1-2 defeat. LA FC, which had been undefeated in three games since joining Son Heung-min, ended its run with a loss in four games.

The stadium, which was hot with Son Heung-min's home debut, was also full of fans who had to be satisfied with watching Son Heung-min with the somewhat disappointing result of the game.




Son Heung-min also started as a front-line striker in the match. Expectations were high for Son Heung-min's consecutive goals as he scored a fantastic free kick in the previous match against Dallas. Unfortunately, however, Son Heung-min failed to score a goal to prevent his team's defeat. Son Heung-min tried to score in the 45th minute of the first half with a sharp left-footed winding shot from the right side of the penalty arc, but was blocked. In the 33rd minute of the second half, he attempted to curl his right foot in front of the penalty arc, but he was disappointed by the bad luck of hitting the post.

It's not about the position. Son Heung-min drew the line. For the effect of SON, use it straight! There's even a word → Make it stand out even more
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After the game, Son Heung-min said, "(It wasn't a matter of positioning,' and no one would have said anything. I think all of this is outcome-oriented" he evaluated. Also, I didn't forget to thank my fans. He said "Today was really special. The crowd's support was really great. That's why I'm more upset. Fans deserved so much more than one goal today. The fans really welcomed me, and I've been really looking forward to this night as well, and I think I let them down.'

However, some even suggested that Son Heung-min should be used appropriately and stand out after the defeat. Attention is bound to be paid to Son Heung-min's use in the future. The LA Times reported on the 1st that `L.A.F.C. needs to show Son better performance in order to secure new fans' Son Heung-min did not have many practical chances to score against San Diego. Son Heung-min's uniforms were scattered throughout the stadium, and several Korean flags were placed in the LAFC supporter area behind the northern goal. However, it is questionable whether such a monumental moment can lead to ratings. To be more precise, how LAFC used him will not help MLS achieve its goals,' he said, adding that LAFC should create an environment where Son Heung-min will play more.




It's not about the position. Son Heung-min drew the line. For the effect of SON, use it straight! There's even a word → Make it stand out even more
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In fact, Son Heung-min has played as a front-line striker in Tottenham and the Korean national team, but the best position was always a left winger. Even if it is difficult to use it only as a winger due to his low speed due to his age, more clear and appropriate composition of Son's use, such as Son Heung-min using the side and center at the same time, will inevitably have an important impact on LA FC's future season performance.

The LA Times also said that LAFC needs to make its appeal as a star player more prominent if it is to secure a new fan base. Son Heung-min should participate more actively than he did before FC San Diego. Fans didn't pay to see him run and run. Paid to watch his magical play handling the ball. The team's lack of service prevented his ability from being properly displayed.

Along with Son Heung-min's disappointing first loss, attention is also being paid to Son Heung-min's use. Son Heung-min, who has just begun adapting to the U.S., is drawing attention to what position he will perform best.








This article was translated by Naver AI translator.