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Son Heung-min is likely to lose the captain's armband for the South Korean national team ahead of the 2026 World Cup. |
Speaking to the press ahead of the friendly match against the USA on September 7th, Son Heung-min avoided questions about his role as captain: “I have nothing to say about that. The important thing is that the players do their best in their current positions. I will always try to help the team.”
According to Yonhap , ahead of the US tour, coach Hong Myung-bo is considering handing the national team captaincy to another player, replacing Son Heung-min. At the same time, the former Tottenham star may also have to spend more time on the bench for the national team in the coming period.
Coach Hong Myung-bo's move subsequently sparked controversy, with many believing it could cause turmoil in the South Korean national team's dressing room. Son Heung-min has held the captain's armband for the South Korean national team since 2018.
Son Heung-min confirmed he had a private meeting with coach Hong Myung-bo, but declined to share details: "I don't think there's anything more to share here."
According to South Korean media, Son Heung-min expressed his dissatisfaction at potentially having to relinquish the captain's armband to someone else, while also reducing his influence on the team's playing style.
Having just turned 33 in July, Son Heung-min is no longer at the peak of his form. His move to Los Angeles FC after more than a decade playing in the Premier League has also led many to question his contribution to the South Korean national team.
Source: https://znews.vn/son-heung-min-bat-man-post1583028.html
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