Tottenham star player, Son Heung-min scored his 100th English Premier League goal (EPL) in style with a superb curling finish to put the north London side ahead of Brighton in the first half of the game on Saturday
Son Heung-min dedicated his historic goal in the match that ended 2-1 in favour of Tottenham’s to his late grandfather. The goal was a welcome boost for the 30-year-old Son who has endured a difficult season.
The goal sets the South Korean star as the first Asian to score 100 times in the Premier League.
After Lewis Dunk’s equaliser, Harry Kane’s 79th-minute winner ensured Son’s goal wouldn’t go to waste as fifth-placed Tottenham stayed in the hunt to qualify for the Champions League via a top-four finish, News About Nigeria had gathered.
Son has had to cope with the recent death of his grandfather as well as an unusually long run of poor personal form since the start of the season, as well as several spells on the bench.
“This was something that I dreamed for. It is an amazing achievement which I wouldn’t have had without my team-mates.”
“Scoring 100 goals in the Premier League is a massive thing. I was really emotional because I have had tough moments in the last few weeks. My granddad passed away and it was not easy. I want to send that goal to him.” Son said in an interview.
Son has enjoyed a remarkable career with Tottenham since signing from Bayer Leverkusen for what now looks a bargain £22 million ($27 million) in 2015.
His dynamic displays have established him as one of the Premier League’s most feared, while his humble personality has made him a favourite with Tottenham fans.
Son hopes his latest milestone moment will serve as an inspiration to other Asians dreaming of playing in Europe’s top leagues.
“I hope all the Asian players, especially in South Korea, look at this achievement and believe they can do it as well,” he said.
“It’s a good thing for Asia and I take a big responsibility to be a good example to help the young guys. I want them to believe an Asian player can do amazing things in the Premier League.”
Admitting he sometimes found it hard to stay upbeat during his difficult season, Son added: “Sometimes you always expect an amazing season. I am frustrated but I’m not the perfect player so I need to look at my weaknesses.
“The fans are supporting me and I need to take a big responsibility to do well for the rest of the season.”
