Son Heung-min is on the verge of making history as he chases Cha Bum-kun’s legendary all-time scoring record to solidify his status as South Korea’s greatest football GOAT.
Under the guidance of interim manager Roberto Moreno, the South Korean national football team prepares for an upcoming high-stakes international friendly match against Uruguay at the Seoul World Cup Stadium.
South Korea recently secured an impressive 3-0 victory over Ecuador, powered by consecutive goals from Oh Hyun-gyu, Son Heung-min, and Lee Dong-gyeong. Moreno successfully delivered a clean win in his debut match, shifting the tactical formation to a 4-4-2 while keeping world-class star Son Heung-min as team captain.
Son Heung-min Closes In on Cha Bum-min’s Record
During a recent match against Paraguay, Son Heung-min scored his 57th international goal with a stunning right-footed curling free-kick from a tight angle, thanks to teammate Kim Min-jae creating optimal space in the box. This milestone puts him just one goal away from matching Cha Bum-kun’s historic record of 58 goals.
Having already surpassed 148 international appearances—far exceeding the records held by Cha Bum-kun and Hong Myung-bo—Son continues to break new ground. While fellow veteran Hwang Sun-hong sits third with 50 goals, Son’s dominance for South Korea remains unmatched.
The Ultimate Legacy of South Korea’s Captain
Despite intense media attention surrounding the all-time scoring record, Son Heung-min remains humble, emphasizing that team success, supportive staff, and devoted fans matter far more to him than individual milestones.
Now 34 years old, the former youngest member of the national squad has evolved into an inspiring veteran leader. As he prepares to face Uruguay, Son Heung-min stands proudly at the very peak of South Korean football history.
