Fervor for Son Heung-min overwhelms Los Angeles as spectators congregate at airport and detect him during a game.
Son Heung-min Officially Joins Los Angeles FC
Son Heung-min, the South Korean soccer star, is set to start a new chapter in his illustrious career as he has officially joined Major League Soccer (MLS) club Los Angeles FC (LAFC). The move, which was confirmed on August 6, 2025, came at a record-breaking transfer fee of around $26–26.5 million from Tottenham Hotspur.
The 33-year-old forward, who scored 173 goals in 454 matches during his decade-long tenure at Tottenham Hotspur, expressed his excitement during his introductory press conference in Los Angeles, calling the move a "dream come true."
LAFC fans were given a sneak peek of Son Heung-min during their Leagues Cup match against Tigres at BMO Stadium on Tuesday night. The soccer star was pictured waving on stadium screens, and approving cheers were heard from the crowd. However, Son Heung-min was watching the match from a luxury suite, as he had not yet obtained his P-1 Visa and International Transfer Certificate (ITC), standard administrative processes following the signing announcement.
Despite the anticipation, a crowd of about 40 fans who went to Los Angeles International Airport to greet Son Heung-min upon his arrival from Seoul on Tuesday were disappointed as he did not arrive on that day.
The press conference for Son Heung-min's unveiling is scheduled for 2pm local time on Wednesday. Fans and media alike are eagerly waiting to welcome the new addition to the LAFC team.
Jun Kwon, a 19-year-old fan of Son Heung-min, was among those who went to the airport to greet him. Jun shared that he used to wake up at five or six in the morning to watch Son play in England. Now, he will have the opportunity to watch his idol play live in Los Angeles.
With Son Heung-min's debut match for LAFC anticipated soon, it's an exciting time for the club and its fans. The soccer world eagerly awaits to see what the future holds for this talented player in his new home.
[References] [1] Los Angeles FC Press Release, 2025. [2] Los Angeles Times, 2025. [3] ESPN, 2025. [4] BBC Sport, 2025. [5] Sky Sports, 2025.
Son Heung-min's move to LAFC marks his transition from the world of soccer to American football, as he joins a club known for its soccer prowess. Fans of sports, particularly football enthusiasts, are keen to witness the new chapter in Son's career, whether it be soccer or American football.
