⚽ Son Shines Bright in Los Angeles
It was a Hollywood ending at BMO Stadium as Son Heungmin sealed a dramatic 2-1 comeback win for LAFC over Real Salt Lake in the 2025 MLS regular season. The Korean superstar, already a fan favorite, delivered both an assist and a game-winning goal in the dying minutes of the match.
🔥 A Vintage Son Performance
From the opening whistle, Son was electric. Operating down the right wing, he lit up the pitch with slick one-twos and relentless pace. Within the first fifty seconds, he tested Salt Lake’s keeper with a powerful shot, setting the tone for the rollercoaster that followed.
His chemistry with forward Dénis Bouanga (yes, the “Heung-Bou duo” is basically LA’s version of Batman and Robin) was on full display. Their link-up play left defenders spinning, and it was Son’s well-timed pass that set up Bouanga’s goal—helping the striker surpass the 20-goal milestone for the third consecutive MLS season.
⏱️ The 87th-Minute Magic
The moment that brought the BMO crowd to its feet came at the 87th minute. Son, receiving a clever ball from Eduard Martínez, danced past a defender and rifled a pinpoint left-footed strike past the keeper. The crowd erupted. Game over, storybook written.
“It’s moments like these that make football so addicting,” one fan commented on social media. “Sonny really is the engine of this team.”
🏆 Stats, Streaks & Superstar Status
With this clutch goal, Son extended his scoring streak to three straight games, a feat not many international imports achieve in U.S. soccer. Analysts are praising his killer instinct and razor-sharp form. This might just be Son’s best stretch since joining LAFC.
Beyond the on-field heroics, he’s currently sitting at No. 3 in the Netizen Awards for Best Sports Star this September. Oh—he’s also part of the prestigious MLS ‘1000 club’ (hint: you gotta be incredible to get there).
📣 LA to the World: Son’s Still Got It
At 32, some wondered if Son was past his prime. This match was his answer. He’s not coasting—he’s conquering. Whether it’s at Tottenham or under the California sun, Son Heungmin continues to make headlines and hearts race.
And if you’re an LAFC fan? Consider this your early Chuseok gift—wrapped in black and gold.
