Son Heung-min breaks South Korea’s all-time goal record against Uzbekistan
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 8, 2026, 8:25 AM
Last updated Oct 8, 2026
Son Heung-min became South Korea's all-time leading goalscorer, netting his 59th goal during a match against Uzbekistan on October 8, 2026. He surpassed the previous record held by Cha Bum-kun. After the match, Son expressed his emotions and gratitude, emphasizing the importance of his teammates and fans. He achieved his record during a notable international break that also saw former Tottenham teammate Harry Kane reach a milestone of his own.
- •Son scores his 59th international goal for South Korea.
- •Son surpasses the record previously held by Cha Bum-kun.
- •He earns his 151st cap, the most by any South Korean player.
- •Son expresses gratitude towards fans and teammates post-match.
- 8:25 AMYahoo Sports — Son Heung-min overwhelmed as former Tottenham star breaks South Korea’s goal record
"Son Heung-min has said he feels overwhelmed after becoming South Korea's all-time record goalscorer.Son surpassed the record of former Eintracht Frankfurt and Bayer Leverkusen striker Cha Bum-kun afte...
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