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The latest news on Son Heung-min, South Korean professional footballer, including sporting news and updates.
Born
8 Jul 1992
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Sport
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Footballer
South Korean players are still in the crosshairs of fans since their World Cup flop in North America. Photo: Xinhua
South Korea

South Korean FA condemns ‘personal attacks’ of players as attempt to sow discord

Latest firestorm follows public outrage over behaviour of footballers who earned exemptions from mandatory military service after Asian Games.

Asian Games 2026

South Korean Asian Games footballers’ joy over military exemptions raises ire

South Korea

‘Too backward’: why South Korean football is struggling for loyalty

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Fifa World Cup 2026

Police raid South Korea FA in investigation into World Cup coach appointment

Officers conduct ‘search and seizure operations’ at the Korea Football Association (KFA) headquarters.

The Korea Football Association has been under scrutiny since the national team’s shock exit from the World Cup. Photo: AFP
The Football Association of Hong Kong, China

World Cup tears, and trials with Son Heung-min: meet Sri Lanka star in Hong Kong

Set to leave city after 3½ years, Waseem Razeek was ball boy for 2006 final between France and Italy; injury ruined own World Cup chance.

SCMP Highlights

Thai beer heir opens up, Philippine ube’s ‘purple gold rush’: 7 Asia highlights

From Hongkongers looking to Malaysia for housing to a Thai beer heir opening up, here are a few highlights from SCMP’s recent Asia reporting.

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Fifa World Cup 2026

South Korea football chief resigns amid fallout of group-stage exit at World Cup

Chung Mong-gyu had been in the role since 2013 and follows Hong Myung-bo, who quit last week as head coach after backlash, out the door.

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Chung Mong-gyu (right) and Hong Myung-bo (left) have both left their roles in the Korea Football Association. Photo: Korea Times
South Korea

South Korea’s World Cup loss spurs anger over ‘cartel’ of elites, favouritism

From the president to football fans, South Koreans are asking whether unfairness lies behind the national team’s World Cup collapse.

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Fifa World Cup 2026

Video | South Korean fans target head coach for early World Cup exit

South Koreans call for an overhaul of the country’s football establishment and a probe into the head coach’s appointment.

South Korea

South Korea’s World Cup early exit sparks fury, death threats, restaurant bans

From the president to K-pop stars, South Koreans demand an overhaul of the country’s football establishment and punishment for the failure.

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South Korean fans react after their team lost the 2026 World Cup football match against South Africa at Gwanghwamun Square in Seoul last week. Photo: AFP
Fifa

Fifa World Cup: sad South Korea erect Mexico wall of steel after poor display

Coach Hong Myung-bo under fire following abject performance against South Africa as questions remain about relationship with Son Heung-min.

South Korea’s downcast players applaud their fans after their defeat by South Africa in the World Cup. Photo: Xinhua
Fifa

Hong admits ‘wrong decisions’ has left South Korea on verge of World Cup exit

South Korea coach Hong Myung-bo left Son Heung-min on bench, then watched his side lose 1-0 to South Africa. Now fate lies in hands of others.

Fifa

Fifa World Cup: Son draws blank as Mexico overcome South Korea to reach last 32

Luis Romo settles slow-burning contest as co-hosts win encounter that does little to calm fears surrounding Son Heung-min’s decline.

Fifa World Cup 2026

South Korea players in World Cup media ban after Son criticism sparks backlash

Members of the country’s press were caught making disparaging remarks about Son Heung-min’s military record.

South Korea’s Son Heung-min was mocked by members of the media over his lack of military service. Photo: AFP
Fifa

Fifa World Cup: Korean coach hails team unity, Czech boss says better side won

Hong ⁠Myung-bo says his team followed his instructions to the letter while Miroslav Koubek praises his players ⁠for their effort.

South Korea coach Hong Myung-bo (in dark blue shirt) and captain Son Heung-min (middle, winking) celebrate with the whole squad after their win over the Czech Republic. Photo: Reuters
Fifa

Fifa World Cup: Hwang’s sublime goal sparks South Korean comeback against Czechs

Koreans control possession in their tournament opener but waste numerous chances and fall behind before Hwang scores and then turns provider.

Fifa World Cup 2026

Shakira, the circle of life and early starts: 5 things to know ahead of World Cup

The World Cup kicks off early on Friday in Hong Kong, and whether you plan on watching highlights or seeing it live, here’s what you need to know.

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Fifa

Son says he is still in form as clouds hang over South Korea’s World Cup hopes

Defiant talisman facing questions about his faltering performances and international future, while coach Hong Myung-bo is unpopular with fans.

Son Heung-min (right) has not lit up Major League Soccer in the US since joining the Los Angeles FC from English club Tottenham last year. Photo: AFP
Crime

Woman who blackmailed South Korean football star Son Heung-min jailed: reports

The woman in her 20s accused of extorting US$200,000 from the player last year before trying again with an accomplice this year.

Fifa

Fifa World Cup draw: who Asian teams will play, how Ronaldo v Messi could happen

Son Heung-min’s South Korea among seven Asian nations who learn their opponents in the draw in Washington.

Cristiano Ronaldo

Son Heung-min beats Cristiano Ronaldo to win top Asian award

South Korean star crowned continent’s best for 10th time, with compatriot Lee Kang-in second and Ronaldo third.

Son Heung-min in action for South Korea against Brazil last Friday. Photo: AFP
Fifa World Cup 2026

Son Heung-min set to make South Korean history in glamour Brazil friendly

Ex-Tottenham skipper is tied with manager Hong Myung-bo and ex-striker Cha Bum-kun on 136 international appearances.

South Korea captain Son Heung-min is on the brink of breaking the country’s all-time appearance record. Photo: EPA
Fifa World Cup 2026

South Korea select first mixed-heritage men’s player for pre-World Cup friendlies

Jens Castrop, who played for birthplace Germany at youth level, joins Son Heung-min, Lee Kang-in in a 22-man squad for games against Mexico, US.

English Premier League

Son Heung-min wins penalty as LAFC draw on former Tottenham man’s debut

South Korea captain draws foul for spot kick which Denis Bouanga converts against Chicago Fire.

English Premier League

Son Heung-min partnership was among best in Premier League history, Kane says

English forward pays tribute to his fellow former Tottenham Hotspur striker after the South Korean’s exit to join Los Angeles FC.

Tottenham Hotspur’s Son Heung-min celebrates his goal against West Ham United in 2023 with Harry Kane. Photo: Reuters
English Premier League

Son Heung-min presented at LAFC after leaving Tottenham: ‘not my first choice’

South Korean captain receives warm welcome in Los Angeles after reported MLS record transfer.

Son Heung-min is presented as a new Los Angeles FC player after signing from Tottenham. Photo: AFP
South Korea

Son Heung-min fever hits Los Angeles as fans wait at airport, spot him at match

Los Angeles FC prepare ‘major announcement’ amid reports they have signed the South Korean from Tottenham Hotspur.

English Premier League

Son Heung-min has deal to join Los Angeles from Tottenham Hotspur, reports say

LAFC expected to pay a transfer fee of around US$26 million for the Spurs and South Korea captain, a Major League Soccer record.

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