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Son Heung-min at the 2026 World Cup

Captain of South Korea and icon of Asian football. Played for Tottenham, moved to LAFC in 2025. Fourth and possibly last World Cup.

80/100
Star score
International top
Relative position within the global top 200 (75-89)
33 years old LAFC Group A 3 previous WCs

Son Heung-min profile

Country
🇰🇷 South Korea
Position
Forward
Club
LAFC
Age
33
Number
#7
Group
A

Key strengths

Speed, both feet, finishing, leadership.

Son Heung-min at the 2026 World Cup — what to expect

South Korea typically reach the Round of 16; a quarter-final is the big dream. For Son: one last dream step.

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Trivia

First Asian winner of the Premier League Golden Boot (2021-22, shared).

Other South Korea players

Other star players from South Korea at the 2026 World Cup.

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Frequently asked questions about Son Heung-min

Which country does Son Heung-min represent at the 2026 World Cup?

Son Heung-min plays for South Korea at the 2026 World Cup. South Korea are in Group A together with Mexico, South Africa and Czechia.

What position does Son Heung-min play?

Son Heung-min plays as Forward at LAFC. For South Korea he usually plays the same role.

How old is Son Heung-min during the 2026 World Cup?

Son Heung-min is 33 years old during the 2026 World Cup. This is his 4th World Cup appearance.

Which club does Son Heung-min play for?

Son Heung-min plays for LAFC.

What are Son Heung-min and South Korea's chances at the 2026 World Cup?

South Korea typically reach the Round of 16; a quarter-final is the big dream. For Son: one last dream step.

Last updated: 2026-06-07

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