Commentator Lee Young-pyo Praises Son Heung-min's Speed and Impact Ahead of Mexico Match

As South Korea prepares for a crucial World Cup match against Mexico, football commentator Lee Young-pyo has expressed strong confidence in captain Son Heung-min's abilities.

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You're going to do something special this time. You were definitely threatening.

Lee observed the team's final training session and reiterated his belief in Son's potential to make a significant impact. "In the match against Czechia, 40% of South Korea's shooting opportunities came from Son Heung-min," Lee noted. He further elaborated on Son's physical prowess, stating, "According to match data, Son's top speed was 35 km/h, ranking him fifth among all World Cup participants. The top four were all in their early 20s, and Son was the only one in his 30s."

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In the match against Czechia, 40% of South Korea's shooting opportunities came from Son Heung-min.

Lee considers Son the most threatening player on the team in terms of both physical condition and experience. He anticipates Son will have two or three decisive chances against Mexico, making him one of the most likely players to score. "He is still the most threatening presence on the national team in terms of physique and experience," Lee said.

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According to match data, Son's top speed was 35 km/h, ranking him fifth among all World Cup participants. The top four were all in their early 20s, and Son was the only one in his 30s.

Looking ahead to the match against Mexico, which Lee views as a de facto group decider, he expects a cautious approach from both sides in the first half. He predicts South Korea will not commit too many players forward early on, while Mexico will be wary of leaving space behind their defense. The game's outcome, he believes, will hinge on tactical adjustments in the second half and the teams' ability to convert opportunities into goals while minimizing defensive mistakes. Lee identified Mexico's Julian Quiñones and Raúl Jiménez as key players to watch, noting Quiñones's speed and dribbling skills, and Jiménez's experience and scoring ability.

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He is still the most threatening presence on the national team in terms of physique and experience.