In a stunning upset, Tottenham Hotspur’s Son Heung-min has secured the Best Footballer in Asia award for the seventh consecutive year, beating out Al-Nassr’s Cristiano Ronaldo and Bayern Munich’s Kim Min-Jae. Despite Ronaldo’s prolific goal-scoring record in 2023, Son, a South Korean international, clinched the honor with 22.9% of the vote.
The 31-year-old forward, now the captain of Tottenham, is a revered figure in South Korea and a beloved player for Spurs. This accolade adds another chapter to Son’s illustrious career, marking his ninth time claiming the prestigious prize.
While Ronaldo, who scored an impressive 53 goals in 2023, missed out on the award, the Portuguese star continues to showcase his prowess on the field. Looking ahead, Son aims to secure silverware, whether for Tottenham or his national team, in the upcoming year.
Son recently featured in South Korea’s 3-1 victory over Bahrain in the Asian Cup opener and is set to face Jordan next. However, if South Korea advances in the tournament, Son might be unavailable for Tottenham until mid-February.
