Debut of Son Hyun Min at LAFC Brings Important Penalty Kick

• Son Hyun Min made his debut at LAFC, earning a penalty.
• The match against Chicago Fire ended in a draw 2-2.
• The South Korean player impressed fans with his speed and activity.

The debut of South Korean footballer Son Hyun Min in the LAFC team took place on August 10, 2025, in a match against Chicago Fire, where the game ended in a draw 2-2. Son came onto the field in the 61st minute and just 16 minutes later earned a penalty kick, which helped his new team equalize the score.

After leaving Tottenham Hotspur, where he spent ten years, Son joined LAFC for a record fee for the league amounting to $26 million. His debut took place at the renovated SeatGeek Stadium, where fans were present with Korean flags and Spurs jerseys.

Son noted that he felt satisfaction from the support of the fans, despite the negative reactions he received during his previous matches in the Premier League. The integration of the player into the team happened quickly, regardless of the fact that he had only been training with his new teammates for a few days.

At the moment of his entry onto the field, the LAFC team was already trailing. However, Son, showcasing his speed, created an opportunity for an attack that led to the awarded penalty after a VAR review. The penalty was converted by Denis Buanga, leveling the score.

After the match, Son expressed disappointment that the team could not secure a win, but he was satisfied with his debut and looks forward to future successes.

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