Son Heung-min has reflected on his nine years with Tottenham Hotspur as he gears up to face Qarabag in the UEFA Europa League once again. The 32-year-old fondly recalled scoring his first two goals for Spurs in a 3-1 victory against Qarabag at White Hart Lane. Now, as club captain, Son Heung-min aims to guide Tottenham to Europa League success this season.
Son Heung-min Acknowledges Tottenham’s Trophy Drought
Son Heung-min has openly addressed Tottenham Hotspur’s ongoing trophy drought. The team’s last major silverware came in 2008 when they lifted the League Cup after defeating Chelsea. Son highlighted the squad’s collective desire to end the long wait by targeting Europa League glory this season.
“There’s no hiding from the fact we’ve been missing a major trophy,” Son told TNT Sports in an exclusive interview. He added, “We don’t want to talk too early about winning, but that’s our goal. We shouldn’t shy away from it.”
Tottenham’s Ambition to Lift the Europa League Trophy
Son Heung-min stressed the responsibility the squad carries as they pursue the Europa League title. “Every player needs to take responsibility because this competition isn’t easy. A lot of teams want to win,” he said. “We have great players and a great coach. We have a massive chance to achieve something special.”
The journey ahead will be tough, but Son remains optimistic. “It would be a dream to lift this trophy at the end of the season. It will be tough, but enjoyable,” he added.
Son Heung-min Remembers First Goals Against Qarabag
Son has fond memories of Qarabag, having scored his first Tottenham goals against them nine years ago. Spurs secured a 3-1 win in that Europa League match, and Son recalled the special moments. “My first goal came from a corner. Andros Townsend delivered a perfect cross, and I tapped it in,” he said.
He continued, “The second goal was a combination with Dele Alli. I miss that connection with him. It was pure joy.” Son reflected on nearly scoring a hat-trick in that game but remained pleased with the performance. “I missed a big chance in the second half, but I was still happy with the win.”
Son Heung-min’s Journey from Newcomer to Captain
Reflecting on his early days at Tottenham, Son Heung-min shared his excitement when he made an impact in his first home game. “After a poor Premier League debut at Sunderland, I wanted to do better at home. Scoring in the Europa League on my home debut made me very happy,” he said.
Now, Son leads Tottenham as captain after Harry Kane’s departure to Bayern Munich. He expressed his pride in the role, saying, “It’s a huge honor to be captain of both Tottenham and the South Korean national team.”
Son Heung-min’s Pride in His Leadership Role
Son Heung-min acknowledged the weight of responsibility that comes with being captain. “It’s an honor I never expected when I started my career,” he said. “But when you’re captain, you have to set the example. Everyone looks up to you, especially with such a young squad.”
The pressure is real, but Son embraces it. “I love the responsibility and the pressure that comes with it. It pushes me to do my best every day,” he concluded.
As Tottenham embarks on their Europa League journey, Son Heung-min is determined to lead his team to end their trophy drought and bring glory to North London.
