Video Son Heung-min got Premier League goal number 100 in some style earlier
After becoming the first Asian player to score 100 goals in the Premier League during Tottenham’s 2-1 win against Brighton, Son Heung-min dedicated his historic goal to his late grandfather.
His superb curling finish put Tottenham ahead in the first half, and Harry Kane’s 79th-minute winner ensured that Son’s goal wouldn’t go to waste.
This win was crucial for fifth-placed Tottenham, who are still in the hunt to qualify for the Champions League via a top-four finish.
Son’s season has been challenging, with a long run of poor personal form and spells on the bench, coupled with the recent death of his grandfather.
He expressed his gratitude to his team-mates for helping him achieve this milestone, saying that it was a massive achievement for him.
He hopes his accomplishment will inspire other Asian players, especially those in South Korea, to believe that they too can achieve great things in the Premier League.
Despite his frustrating season, Son acknowledged that he is not a perfect player and needs to work on his weaknesses. He also expressed his gratitude to the fans for their support and promised to take a big responsibility to perform well for the rest of the season.
Son’s dynamic displays have made him one of the Premier League’s most feared players, while his humble personality has made him a favourite among Tottenham fans.