Son Heung-min Makes Premier League History

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Captain Son’s stellar performance secures victory and a place among football’s elite record-breakers.

In a stellar display, Son Heung-min’s standout performance in Tottenham Hotspur’s recent 4-1 victory over Newcastle not only secured three crucial points for his team but also etched his name into the Premier League record books.

Son, Tottenham’s skipper since Harry Kane’s departure, showcased his prowess by scoring the final goal and providing two crucial assists in the dominating win on Sunday evening. The victory marked a significant turnaround for Spurs, who had faced a five-game winless streak in the Premier League prior to this clash.

With his late penalty, Son Heung-min joined an exclusive club of Premier League greats, becoming just the fifth player to achieve the remarkable feat of scoring 10 or more goals in eight successive seasons. This achievement places him in the esteemed company of Wayne Rooney, Frank Lampard, Sergio Aguero, Harry Kane, Thierry Henry, and Sadio Mane.

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Ange Postecoglou, the Tottenham boss, expressed his admiration for Son’s leadership and contribution to the team’s success, stating, “I thought Sonny was excellent, and that sort of thing feeds off to the other guys. You rely on your leaders to take initiative.”

Son, in turn, emphasized the importance of the team’s collective effort and the need to build on this victory. “Bouncing back like that was important. I hope we can continue to perform like this and stay humble,” he remarked, highlighting the team’s commitment to continuous improvement.

The win propelled Tottenham to fifth place in the Premier League table, providing a boost in their quest for a coveted Champions League place. Son Heung-min, acknowledging the challenge of the Premier League, emphasized the team’s determination, stating, “We are playing in the Premier League, and we have to demand more and more. Today was another good lesson.”

As Spurs look ahead, the impact of Son Heung-min’s historic achievement and leadership remains a driving force for success in the ongoing season.