Son Heung-min Shines on LAFC Debut, Promises to Help ‘Make This League Big’
Los Angeles — South Korean superstar Son Heung-min made an immediate impression in his Major League Soccer debut for Los Angeles FC, delivering a lively performance that had fans on their feet from the opening whistle.
The 32-year-old forward, signed in a blockbuster move from Tottenham Hotspur, showed flashes of his trademark pace, skill, and composure, setting up a goal in the first half and coming close to scoring himself. His link-up play with LAFC’s attacking line demonstrated why the club invested heavily to bring him to California.
Speaking after the match, Son expressed both excitement and ambition about his new chapter in the United States.
> “I’m here to give my best and to make this league big,” he said. “MLS has grown a lot, and I want to help bring it to another level. The fans were amazing tonight, and I felt their energy from the moment I stepped on the pitch.”
LAFC head coach praised Son’s work rate and adaptability, noting that his presence would boost the team’s title ambitions and further elevate the league’s global profile.
With one game under his belt, Son’s arrival has already created a buzz among MLS supporters, and expectations are high that he will be a key figure both on the field and as an ambassador for the sport in North America.
