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Son Heung-Min<\/a> is off the mark, scoring his first MLS goal in world-class fashion.<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n The South Korean superstar and MLS-record signing opened his LAFC<\/a> account with an unstoppable direct free kick, delivering the Black & Gold an early lead in Saturday’s 1-1 draw<\/a> at FC Dallas<\/a>.<\/p>\n “It’s been only… a little bit more than two weeks, but I’m enjoying every moment,” Son told MLS Season Pass postgame.<\/p>\n “I’m glad I scored the first goal for the MLS and also for LAFC. But for me, the most important thing is to get us three points. I’m really, really disappointed for that.”<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n Son has wasted no time showcasing his quality in MLS.<\/p>\n After drawing a late penalty<\/a> to secure a debut draw<\/a> at Chicago Fire FC<\/a> in Matchday 28, shortly after arriving for reportedly up to $26.5 million, the Tottenham Hotspur legend continued to make waves, earning his first start and providing his first assist<\/a> to secure a 2-0 win<\/a> at the New England Revolution<\/a> last Saturday.<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n Dazzling fans in each city he travels to, Son’s jaw-dropping first goal was the cherry on top of a stellar opening MLS road trip.<\/p>\n “We were practicing free kicks the day before,” recalled LAFC defender Nkosi Tafari<\/a>. “And I looked just in the top corner and yeah, like magic, the ball just ended up there. So it was nice to see. I was incredibly happy for him.<\/p>\n “But, like, this guy’s first three games \u2013 hang it in the Louvre. Earn a penalty, then get an assist, then get a goal. So I don’t know what’s going to happen next week. That’s on him, but he’s doing a phenomenal job and I love his energy.”<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n Heung-Min Son reflects on his first goal for @LAFC<\/a>. ???? pic.twitter.com\/YYGPQ8jMW9<\/a><\/p>\n \u2014 Major League Soccer (@MLS) August 24, 2025<\/a><\/p><\/blockquote><\/div>\n LAFC’s unbeaten record since Son’s arrival has propelled the Black & Gold into a top-four spot in the Western Conference (41 points; 11W-6L-8D record), positioning themselves to secure home-field advantage in the Audi MLS Cup Playoffs for the fourth consecutive season.<\/p>\n “He’s a competitor, and he’s a winner, and on top of that, he has qualities that not a lot of players have in this league,” head coach Steve Cherundolo said. “So it’s a much-needed breath of fresh air and sense of motivation or wind in our sails that we definitely can feel, and you know, it’s pushing us.<\/p>\n “We’ve had three tough road games. It’s not easy places to play. A lot of travel, some weather, and you come away with five points. But you also put yourselves in position to win these games too, so from my perspective, it’s been a very positive road trip.”<\/p>\n The team’s strong form and Son’s spectacular first goal only add to the anticipation for his home debut next weekend, a clash with in-state rival San Diego FC<\/a> (MLS Season Pass<\/a>).<\/p>\n “Now, we have a full week to recover and then prepare well for the important game,” said Son.<\/p>\n “I can’t wait to play a home game because it’s my first home game for the LAFC, and also against good opponents. So, yeah, we have to prepare well and recover well to get three points.”<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\nTorrid start<\/h3>\n<\/p>\n
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