Didn't recognize Son Heung-min

A "then and now" photo posted by FIFA has left fans unable to recognize Son Heung-min, as his appearance in his youth is vastly different from his familiar current image.

A picture of Son Heung-min when he was young.

Among the legendary names like Cristiano Ronaldo, Lionel Messi, and Mohamed Salah – faces that have remained largely unchanged over time – Son Heung-min stands out as the biggest surprise.

With a photo of him from his younger days shared by FIFA, Son appeared with a completely different look. This "hardness to recognize" immediately caught the attention of the online community. Thousands of comments expressed delight and surprise, with some even jokingly saying, "When he was young, Son was Park Ji-Sung."

Among the legends selected by FIFA, Son is the only player from Asia. His inclusion is no coincidence, but accurately reflects the status the South Korean striker has built over the past decade. From a young Asian talent, Son has risen to become a global icon, standing alongside the greatest symbols of modern football.

For many years, Son was the heart and soul of Tottenham and the South Korean national team, an ideal role model for millions of young players. That appeal hasn't diminished over time. Currently, he continues to make a strong impact in MLS playing for LAFC.

In the US, Son is both central to the team's playing style and a key figure in the league's image-building and commercial campaigns.

Source: https://znews.vn/khong-nhan-ra-son-heung-min-post1614896.html