Son Heung-Min (LAFC)
September 2025
Son Heung-Min dazzled LAFC fans with his first MLS hat-trick in a 4-1 win over Real Salt Lake, showing both professionalism and star power. His arrival has blended attacking brilliance with cultural impact, redefining expectations for overseas superstars. Beyond his sharp finishing, Son stayed long after the whistle, engaging fans and media with genuine humility. His commitment contrasts the “holiday football” stereotype, instead elevating LAFC’s profile and signaling his intent to treat MLS as seriously as Spurs and South Korea.