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ESPN Questions if 2026 World Cup Will Be Son Heung-min's Last as South Korea Prepares for Opener
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ESPN Questions if 2026 World Cup Will Be Son Heung-min's Last as South Korea Prepares for Opener

From Chosun Ilbo · () Korean

Translated from Korean, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.

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  • American sports channel ESPN questioned whether the 2026 World Cup would be Son Heung-min's last.
  • South Korea is set to play its first group stage match against Mexico in Guadalajara on June 12.
  • The article suggests Son, along with players like Kim Min-jae and Lee Kang-in, are well-prepared to make a final impact in the tournament.

As the 2026 World Cup approaches, questions are arising about the potential final appearance of South Korean football star Son Heung-min on the world stage. American sports channel ESPN specifically posed the query: "Will the 2026 World Cup be Son Heung-min's last?"

With the tournament now just four days away from South Korea's opening match, the national team, led by coach Hong Myung-bo, is preparing for their first Group A fixture against Mexico. The game is scheduled to take place at the Estadio Jalisco in Guadalajara on June 12, at 11 AM Korean time.

The article highlights the anticipation surrounding Son's fourth World Cup appearance. It suggests that Son, alongside other key players such as Kim Min-jae and Lee Kang-in, possesses the capability and determination to deliver a memorable performance in what could be Son's final tournament. The team appears ready to give their all in pursuit of success.

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Originally published by Chosun Ilbo in Korean. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.

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