Son Heung-min — what to watch this season

Want a quick read on Son Heung-min that actually helps you follow his week-to-week form? Here’s a straight, useful guide: what he does best, what can hurt his game, and how to keep up with news, injuries and fantasy value.

Quick profile and why he matters

Son is Tottenham’s go-to attacker known for pace, two-footed finishing and deadly counter-attacks. He joined Spurs from Bayer Leverkusen in 2015 and quickly became a fan favourite. He shared the Premier League Golden Boot in 2021–22 and won the 2018 Asian Games with South Korea, which gave him a military exemption — a big moment for his international career.

He can play across the front line: on the left, on the right or through the middle. That versatility makes him valuable whether the team needs goals from counters or steady link-up play. Managers trust him to press, run in behind defenders, and create chances from little space.

Match-day signals to check

Before you decide how much attention to give Son for a particular match, look for three things: starting position, minutes expected, and set-piece duties. If he starts as the central striker he’ll likely touch the box more and get more scoring chances. If he’s listed as a wide player, expect more crosses and runs behind the defence.

Minutes matter: rotation can hit his fantasy points hard. Watch the manager’s press conference and the confirmed starting XI 30–60 minutes before kick-off. Also check whether he’s on penalties or free-kick duty. That boosts his ceiling in any single game.

Form trackers: glance at his last five games for shots, key passes and expected goals (xG). A steady pattern of shots inside the box usually predicts goals soon. If shots drop and starts fall, expect a short dip rather than a long slump—Son tends to bounce back fast when fit.

Injury and fitness: Son has been durable overall, but even a minor hamstring or groin issue cuts his pace. Clubs sometimes rest him in cup games or during congested schedules, so follow club updates close to kick-off.

Want to follow him live? Use official club channels, major sports apps and social accounts for lineup drops and injury updates. Local broadcasters vary by country, so set alerts on a trusted sports app for instant updates.

Final tip: if you pick Son in fantasy, treat him as a high-floor player who gets consistent minutes when fit, and a high-ceiling pick when he’s central and on set-pieces. Watch team news, and you’ll know when to back him hard.