7 Son Heung-min
Son Heung-min, 1992-07-08, Forward for Korea Republic, plays for Los Angeles FC. 142 international caps, 54 goals. Part of Korea Republic's 2026 World Cup Group A squad.
Biography
LAFC forward and South Korea captain, widely regarded as the greatest Asian footballer of all time. Scored 127 Premier League goals during a legendary decade at Tottenham, becoming the first Asian to win the Golden Boot (2022) and leading Spurs to the 2025 Europa League title. Joined LAFC for a record $26.5 million in August 2025. 142 caps, 54 goals — South Korea's all-time top scorer.
Career Timeline
Made Bundesliga debut for Hamburger SV at age 18
Signed with Tottenham Hotspur
Won the FIFA Puskas Award for solo goal against Burnley
Won the Premier League Golden Boot, first Asian player to do so
Became first Asian to score 100 Premier League goals
Led Spurs to Europa League title, then transferred to LAFC for record $26.5 million MLS fee