Archive · 4 Aug 2025
Son Heung-min Bids Farewell to Spurs in Seoul
Son Heung-min, a key player for Tottenham, played a farewell match in South Korea.
It was a friendly game, and the score was tied.
Son played for a bit, then was taken out of the game, and he cried because he was sad to leave the team.
He's been playing with them for a long time.
Another player, James Maddison, got hurt and had to leave the game.
Son might go to play soccer in America next.
Son Heung-min bid farewell to Tottenham in Seoul, South Korea, in a pre-season friendly.
The match against Newcastle United ended in a 1-1 draw.
Son played 65 minutes and was substituted, leaving the field in tears.
James Maddison suffered a knee injury and was stretchered off.
Son has been linked with a move to Los Angeles FC.
- Who
- Son Heung-min.
- What
- Son Heung-min bid farewell to Tottenham Hotspur.
- When
- During a pre-season friendly on Sunday.
- Where
- Seoul World Cup Stadium, South Korea.
- Why
- To conclude his tenure with Tottenham Hotspur.
Player Farewell
Newcastle's Perspective
Emotional State
Player Farewell
Son expressed gratitude and sadness.
Newcastle's Perspective
N/A
- Player
- Son Heung-min
- Club
- Tottenham Hotspur
- Match Result
- 1-1 Draw
- Departure Event
- Friendly Match Farewell
- Possible Next Team
- Los Angeles FC
- Injury
- James Maddison (knee)
Sources
Son Heung-min, Tottenham captain, confirms exit after 10 years; says 'It is the most difficult decision'
WATCH: Son Heung-min says goodbye to Tottenham Hotspur as he leaves club after 10 years
Son Heung-min Breaks Down During Emotional Farewell In His Final Game For Spurs: WATCH