Son Heung-min "It was a heavy burden but a valuable time... happy with the fans' support"

After completing the four consecutive matches of the South Korean national soccer team following the 2026 World Cup, Son Heung-min shared his thoughts on social media. He said, ″Honestly, there was a lot of pressure and worry in my heart during the call-up,″ but also described it as ″a valuable time where I learned a lot while working with the new coach and teammates.″ Recently, the atmosphere of the national team has been one of continuous change and challenge. The series of matches under the leadership of coach Robert Moreno presented various tasks to players including Son Heung-min, while also providing opportunities for growth. Son reflected that although there were many shortcomings, he gained much more in return. The unwavering support of the fans also seemed to be a great source of strength for Son Heung-min. He expressed sincere gratitude, saying, ″Thanks to the fans who came to the stadium and cheered even during difficult times, it was truly a happy time.″ Meanwhile, on the 6th, in a friendly match against Uzbekistan, Son Heung-min achieved a remarkable feat by scoring his 59th goal in A matches with a free kick, surpassing former coach Cha Bum-kun, who held the record for the most goals in South Korean soccer history. That day, he started the match and played for about 71 minutes, showcasing his outstanding skills. In this way, Son Heung-min has established himself as a unique presence within the national team, leading the team. Many soccer fans are expected to continue focusing on his future performances.