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Son Heung-min

Son Heung-min is a South Korean professional footballer who plays as a forward and has been one of the most prominent Asian players in men’s football.

By Ethan Anderson| Reviewed by Olivia Bennett, Standards & Fact-Checking Lead| Updated July 26, 2026|2 min read| Fact-checked

Son Heung-min is a South Korean professional footballer who plays as a forward and has been one of the most prominent Asian players in men’s football. He joined Tottenham Hotspur in 2015, became club captain in 2023, and in 2025 helped the club win the UEFA Europa League.

Early life and youth career

Son was born in Chuncheon and came through FC Seoul’s youth system before moving to Germany as a teenager to continue his football development.

Club career

He began his European senior career with Hamburger SV, later joined Bayer Leverkusen, and signed for Tottenham Hotspur in 2015.

International career

Son has represented South Korea at the senior international level and is widely regarded as one of the team’s leading modern players.

Achievements and records

His milestones include becoming the first Asian player to reach 100 Premier League goals and captaining Tottenham to the 2025 UEFA Europa League title.

Key facts

  • Son Heung-min was born in Chuncheon, South Korea, and developed as a youth player before moving to Germany as a teenager.
  • He made his Bundesliga debut for Hamburger SV in 2010 and later played for Bayer Leverkusen before joining Tottenham Hotspur in 2015.
  • He became Tottenham Hotspur captain in 2023.
  • In April 2023, he became the first Asian player to score 100 Premier League goals.
  • He helped Tottenham Hotspur win the UEFA Europa League in 2025.
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Canadian context

Son Heung-min is followed by Canadian soccer fans as one of the most successful Asian players in world football and a global star in the Premier League.

Frequently asked questions

What position does Son Heung-min play?
He plays as a forward.
When was Son Heung-min born?
He was born on 8 July 1992.
Which clubs has Son Heung-min played for in Europe?
He has played for Hamburger SV, Bayer Leverkusen, and Tottenham Hotspur.
What is Son Heung-min’s most notable Premier League record?
He became the first Asian player to score 100 Premier League goals in April 2023.
Has Son Heung-min captained Tottenham Hotspur?
Yes. He was appointed club captain in 2023.
Has Son Heung-min won a major trophy with Tottenham?
Yes. He captained Tottenham to the UEFA Europa League title in 2025.

References

  1. Wikipedia — https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Son_Heung-min
    Supports: Birthplace, youth move to Germany, club transfers, captaincy, 100 Premier League goals, and 2025 UEFA Europa League title.
  2. Olympics.com — https://www.olympics.com/en/athletes/heungmin-son
    Supports: Birth year, move from FC Seoul youth setup to Germany, Hamburg debut, Bayer Leverkusen spell, and Tottenham transfer.
  3. ESPN — https://www.espn.com/soccer/player/bio/_/id/149945/son-heung-min
    Supports: Birthdate, nationality, and position.
  4. Premier League — https://www.premierleague.com/en/players/85971/son-heung-min/overview
    Supports: Birthdate and player profile in the Premier League.
  5. BBC Sport — https://www.bbc.com/sport/football/48113093
    Supports: Assessment of his standing as one of South Korea's greatest players and context on his Tottenham career.
  6. MLSsoccer.com — https://www.mlssoccer.com/players/son-heung-min/
    Supports: Birthplace, nationality, and position.