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Son Heung-min (LAFC), who hit the U.S. stage, ranked second in the league's uniform sales two months after entering the U.S. professional football (MLS) stage.
Argentine media 'Info Bae' reported on the 23rd (local time) that Son Heung-min ranked second in MLS uniform sales after 'GOAT' Lionel Messi (Inter Miami).
During the 2025 season, MLS raised the league's status and featured global stars who captured the attention of new global fans. Messi has proved his influence both inside and outside the stadium by topping uniform sales for the third consecutive year. Son finished second, proving his global appeal and ability to capture the hearts of fans in the U.S. and abroad once again.'
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MLS, which is set to host the '2026 North-China World Cup, then faced a cycle of new visibility and commercial growth as it introduced unprecedented international stars. The presence of stars like Messi and Son Heung-min played an important role in increasing the league's media exposure and attracting a wide variety of viewers around the world.'
Regarding Son Heung-min, who left Tottenham for LA after 10 years in August, it is worth noting that Son Heung-min's entry into MLS not only changed the sports dynamics of the league, but also brought immediate and measurable commercial effects.Within 72 hours of joining LA, his uniform became the best-selling uniform on the 「Fanatics Network」. Currently, he is in second place after Messi.
Then 'This commercial phenomenon is also evident in the number of spectators in the stadium. Since Son Heung-min joined LA, the club's away game attendance has increased by 16%. Son Heung-min boasts the best debut impact in MLS history and has scored nine goals in 10 games. Son Heung-min, who scored his ninth goal in the match against Colorado (2-2 draw), is preparing for a home game against Austin on Thursday.
Mexican striker Irving Rosano (San Diego), Luis Suarez (Inter Miami), and Paraguay striker Miguel Almiron (Atlanta United) were ranked third to fifth in the uniform sales rankings, according to `Info Bae.' Jordan Morris (Seattle Sounders), Rodrigo De Paul (Miami), Darlington Nagby (Columbus Crew), Wilfred Zaha (Shalott), and Marco Reus (LA Galaxy) were among the top 10.
This article was translated by Naver AI translator.
