The pre-season friendly between Bayern Munich and Tottenham Hotspur at Seoul’s World Cup Stadium was more than just a football match; it was a celebration of South Korea’s football heroes, Son Heung-min and Kim Min-jae.
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With 67,000 fans in attendance, many donning Son’s Tottenham jersey and Kim’s Bayern shirt, the atmosphere was electric.
Fans expressed their pride in seeing their national icons play on home soil, despite the competitive nature of the match.
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Son Heung-min, who had scored twice in Tottenham Hotspur’s midweek win over a K-League All-Stars side, received immense support from the crowd, though he couldn’t find the net against Bayern Munich.
Kim Min-jae, on the other hand, showcased his defensive prowess, helping Bayern secure a 2-1 victory.
Bayern Munich and Tottenham Hotspur will move to Europe and plan their transfers as they prepare for the upcoming season.
Son Heung-min and Kim Min-jae will be very integral in their respective teams.
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