Son Heung-min Named MVP After Brace in First MLS All-Star Game
Translated from Korean, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.
At a glance
- Son Heung-min was named MVP after scoring two goals in his first MLS All-Star game.
- The LAFC forward expressed gratitude to his teammates for their "perfect passes."
- He described the experience as "pure joy" and "an amazing experience."
Son Heung-min shone in his debut MLS All-Star game, scoring twice and earning Most Valuable Player honors. The Los Angeles FC forward credited his teammates for setting him up for success during the match against the Liga MX All-Stars.
"All the perfect passes made it easy for me to just score twice," Son said, reflecting on his performance. He emphasized the camaraderie and positive atmosphere among the players, despite knowing each other for only a few days. "It was pure joy. Everyone was so nice. Although we don't know each other well, everyone was great over the three days," he added.
All the perfect passes made it easy for me to just score twice.
Son started as captain for the MLS All-Stars and played a crucial role in turning the game around. He equalized in the 20th minute after the team had fallen behind 0-1, and then scored again just three minutes later with a composed volley. The experience was clearly a highlight for the South Korean star, who relished the opportunity to play alongside and against top talent in a celebratory atmosphere.
It was pure joy. Everyone was so nice. Although we don't know each other well, everyone was great over the three days. It was an amazing experience.
Originally published by Dong-A Ilbo in Korean. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.